A Sizzling Summer Nears Its End
Phoenix residents, get ready to breathe a collective sigh of relief—September is just around the corner, and with it comes the long-awaited end to the relentless triple-digit heat. This summer has been one for the books, with a punishing heatwave that gripped the Valley almost all of July, making it one of the most brutal summers in recent memory. The scorching days of 115 degrees have left everyone craving cooler weather, and thankfully, the countdown to relief has begun.
A Glimpse of Cooler Days Ahead
Even though the cooler weather that Valley residents cherish is on the horizon, the National Weather Service warns that the heat isn’t letting go just yet. According to meteorologist Isaac Smith, the high temperatures for Monday and Tuesday are expected to hover around a blistering 110 degrees, with the rest of the week slightly cooler but still toasty at 108 or 109 degrees. Rain chances remain slim, but the thought of what’s to come offers a glimmer of hope.
When Will the Heat Finally Break?
Arizona’s summer is notorious for its long, hot days that stretch from late May well into September or even October. The “Valley of the Sun” lives up to its name, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees, particularly in July and August. But as September rolls in, the intensity begins to wane. Weather experts predict that the extreme heat may start to fade, giving way to the cool autumn weather that everyone eagerly anticipates.
Phoenix’s Temperature Timeline
Phoenix’s weather is nothing if not predictable. Here’s a look at the average temperatures you can expect throughout the year:
- January: High of 67°F, Low of 46°F
- February: High of 71°F, Low of 49°F
- March: High of 77°F, Low of 53°F
- April: High of 85°F, Low of 60°F
- May: High of 95°F, Low of 69°F
- June: High of 104°F, Low of 78°F
- July: High of 106°F, Low of 83°F
- August: High of 104°F, Low of 83°F
- September: High of 100°F, Low of 77°F
- October: High of 89°F, Low of 65°F
- November: High of 76°F, Low of 53°F
- December: High of 66°F, Low of 45°F
Counting Down to Autumn Bliss
While the heat may linger a little longer, Phoenix residents can find comfort in knowing that cooler days are just around the corner. Soon, the sweltering sun will ease, and the crisp, refreshing air of autumn will take its place, bringing an end to another scorching summer in the Valley of the Sun.
