Riding the Wave of Success

PHOENIX — Arizona is in the grip of a significant heat wave, with temperatures expected to soar over the weekend. The lower desert areas will see highs reaching between 110 and 111 degrees. This week, the chances of rain have dwindled as a drier, westerly flow takes hold of the region.

High pressure is anticipated to move back over the southern plains by the weekend, bringing a slight uptick in humidity and chances for thunderstorms, particularly over the state’s higher terrain.

The weather forecast for the coming days includes:

• WEDNESDAY: 88°/109° Sunny, not as humid
• THURSDAY: 88°/110° Sunny & hot
• FRIDAY: 89°/111° Mostly sunny
• SATURDAY: 89°/110° Partly cloudy
• SUNDAY: 90°/109° Partly cloudy
• MONDAY: 89°/110° Mostly sunny

In recent weeks, Arizona has experienced significant and severe weather events. Residents can view a collection of videos showcasing thunderstorms, floods, and fires across the state on the 12News YouTube channel.

For further updates and breaking weather news specific to the Valley, the public is encouraged to stay informed through local channels. Those wishing to contribute to the community’s weather archive are invited to share images and videos, using the hashtag #BeOn12 on social media, or by submitting via the designated channels.