Phoenix is in for a week of unseasonably high temperatures, with highs reaching 5 to 10 degrees above normal. The National Weather Service predicts that lower desert areas will see temperatures in the 90s starting Tuesday, with potential record-breaking heat mid-week and over the weekend.
The hottest days are expected to be Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, when temperatures in Phoenix could approach 100°F. While these unusual October temperatures will pose a minor heat risk, residents are urged to take precautions during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Relief is expected early next week as a Pacific trough moves through the region, bringing cooler temperatures, with highs potentially dipping into the 70s and 80s.
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