National Weather Service United States Department of Commerce

Extreme Heat Warnings for portions of the lower deserts remain in effect through this evening. Well above normal temperatures will continue with many lower desert communities still experiencing high temperatures between 108-113°F. Areas of Major HeatRisk will persist resulting in dangerous conditions, so precautions should be taken if planning to be outdoors for extended periods.
Much better rain chances are anticipated through the latter half of this week. The best chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected Thursday and Friday, peaking upwards of 30-40% across the lower deserts of south-central Arizona. The best chances will remain focused across the higher terrain east of Phoenix. Brief heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and areas of blowing dust will be the main impacts with any thunderstorm.
Above normal temperatures will persist over the next couple of days with an Extreme Heat Warning in effect for portions of the lower deserts through this evening. A cooling trend for the end of this week should eventually bring temperatures down into the normal range by Friday.
With extreme heat in the forecast, make sure to take proper precautions to protect yourself from the heat.

 

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