Phoenix sets daily heat record for second straight day, hits 115 degrees

PHOENIX — The hot summer weather in Phoenix has no intention of letting up any time soon.

Phoenix set a daily heat record for a second consecutive day, hitting 115 degrees at about 3:45 p.m.

It broke the previous daily record of 114 degrees set in 2013, according to the National Weather Service.

It was also the 10th day of 115 degrees this summer, adding to the record total for the year.

And yes, #Phoenix has since reached 115° today, setting a new daily high record for 8/17. That makes 10 days of at least 115 this summer!

— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) August 17, 2020

The record temperature came amid an excessive heat warning in effect for the Phoenix area through Thursday, where the lowest high temperatures are expected to be 113 degrees.

The National Weather Service also reported on Tuesday that it’s been the hottest summer on date, with an average temperature of 96 degrees.

This summer’s average high temperature of 107.9 degrees and average low temperature of 84.2 degrees are also record highs for the city.

And July 2020 went into the record books as the hottest month in Phoenix history, with an average temperature of 99 degrees.

During periods of extreme heat, experts advise people to stay hydrated, limit the amount of time outside, try to stay inside air conditioned buildings and remember to check on elderly family members and neighbors.

People are also advised to watch for warning signs of heat-related illnesses, which can include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, headache and nausea.

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