Overview

• Phoenix hit 116°F at Sky Harbor International Airport on Aug. 6, overtaking the prior daily high of 114°F set in 1995, 2018 and 2023.
• The National Weather Service forecasts a peak of 117°F on Aug. 7, eclipsing the 112°F record for that date.
• Dangerous triple-digit temperatures are expected to continue through early next week, with Saturday’s high only dipping to around 109°F.
• Rain probability across metro Phoenix remains below 10% through Sunday, and nighttime lows will hold in the mid-80s to low 90s.
• Officials warn that sustained high heat heightens risks of heat illness and infrastructure strain, and urge residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion.