Residents and visitors in Phoenix can look forward to a sunny and warm week ahead, with temperatures starting in the high 90s. The National Weather Service reports that today's high is expected to hit nearly 98 degrees under clear skies, with only a light breeze providing some respite from the heat.As evening falls, the skies will be partly cloudy, and temperatures are slated to drop to a comfortable 70 degrees.
Wednesday and Thursday promise more sun, with highs expected to be in the low 90s, offering a mild reprieve from today's peak. However, the winds will remain calm, making for a quintessentially warm early spring atmosphere in the desert city.For those planning end-of-week activities, Friday is forecasted to be sunny with a cooler high of 86 degrees, though the day might get breezy with potential gusts up to 20 mph.
This marks a slight drop in temperature that should continue into the weekend. Friday night will be partly cloudy, with a low around 59 degrees.Looking towards the weekend, Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 82, with similar conditions prevailing into Sunday.
Residents looking to enjoy outdoor activities can take advantage of the mild, sunny weather, though it's recommended to keep hydrated and apply sunscreen, as usual, due to the persistent Arizona sun. Calm wind and mild evenings will make for pleasant nights with lows just below the 60s.As the new week starts, the forecast remains consistently sunny with highs in the mid-80s.
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Phoenix to Sizzle with Sunshine and Highs Nearing 98 Degrees This Week

Phoenix is set for a sunny, warm week with highs reaching near 98 degrees, cooling down to 70 at night. Mild days will continue with a breeze picking up on Friday.