Higley, Arizona

... Excessive heat warning now in effect until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/
Monday...

The excessive heat warning is now in effect until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/
Monday.

Strong high pressure aloft centered over northern Texas will continue
to produce excessive heat across the area. Temperatures overnight
will offer little relief... only bottoming out in upper 80s and
possibly near 90 degrees at Sky Harbor Airport. Afternoon high
temperatures Sunday are again expected to reach 110 to 114 degrees
across the lower deserts... including Yuma and the greater Phoenix
area.

The heat is expected to persist into early next week and the
excessive heat warning has been extended through Monday evening.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

It would be wise to complete as much outdoor activity as possible in
the early morning when the sun and heat are less intense. During
periods of excessive heat... individuals can suffer heat-related
illness when the body can no longer cool itself.

If you plan to be outside for an extended period of time in the
afternoon or early evening... stay in the shade as much as possible
and drink abundant amounts of water. Wear light-colored and loose-
fitting clothing. If you wear a wide-brimmed hat... your head and body
will be much cooler. Stop outdoor activities... drink lots of water or
other non-alcoholic beverages... and if possible... spend more time in
air-conditioned or well-ventilated places.



National Weather Service Phoenix is on the internet at

Weather.Gov/Phoenix

... Record high temperature set at Phoenix AZ...

a record high temperature of 115 degrees was set at Phoenix AZ today.
This ties the old record of 115 set in 2005.