Phoenix is climbing to a high near 107°F this Friday under mostly sunny skies — if you have outdoor plans at South Mountain or Camelback Mountain, get them done before 9 AM or plan to stay cool the rest of the day.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service has issued widespread Moderate Heat Risk across the Valley, with isolated pockets of Major Heat Risk possible. What makes today feel different from a standard dry scorcher: a Gulf moisture surge pushed through overnight. Dewpoints have climbed into the 50s across the lower deserts, making 107°F feel stickier than usual. Winds stay light out of the west at 0 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, and rain chances are essentially zero (7%) during daylight hours.
Best Window To Be Outside
Your prime window is before 9 AM. Whether you’re teeing off, walking the trails at South Mountain, or heading to Lake Pleasant for a morning fishing session, get out early and get back inside. A Pinemeadow Golf complete set handles desert conditions well, but double your water and call it at the turn if temps are already climbing. Check the outdoor gear deals section if you need to gear up quickly for a dawn trip.
Heat Risk This Weekend
The NWS notes that overnight lows won’t drop much, with many lower-desert locations struggling to cool below 80°F — the added humidity is keeping temperatures elevated even after sunset. Saturday bumps to 108°F with a slim 17% rain chance before 7 AM (an early moisture pulse from the building monsoon pattern), then turns sunny and intense for the rest of the day. No severe weather is expected — this is a heat story, full stop.
Weekend Events — Plan Around the 108°F Heat
Ed Sheeran plays State Farm Stadium on Saturday, June 13 — with a high near 108°F that afternoon, hydrate aggressively before you go and arrive early to get out of the direct sun. Find tickets on StubHub or Get tickets on SeatGeek if you still need them.
Also Saturday: the Phoenix Mercury host the Los Angeles Sparks at Mortgage Matchup Center — a perfect air-conditioned alternative. Pick up Official team gear on Fanatics before tip-off.
Sunday, June 14 brings the Louis Tomlinson concert to Mortgage Matchup Center. Grab a Louis Tomlinson t-shirt or Louis Tomlinson hat to wear to the show.
Grill Tonight, Not at Noon
Temps ease to around 84°F after sunset with a light breeze — that’s manageable grill weather. Fire up burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. A Father’s Day grilling set is a timely pickup right now, and an instant-read meat thermometer keeps everything from overcooking in the residual heat. While you’re waiting for the coals, the 2-Person Intex Floating Lounge with Cooler for just $24 is a cheap way to survive the afternoon in the pool. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Temperatures stay 3 to 8 degrees above normal through the middle of next week, per the National Weather Service, with Moderate Heat Risk continuing. Monsoon moisture is building earlier than usual — expect more muggy nights and the occasional early-morning rain chance as the pattern evolves. Bookmark the Phoenix weather forecast for daily updates.
