Phoenix ties daily heat record set over 4 decades ago at 112 degrees

PHOENIX — Phoenix tied its daily heat record at 112 degrees Wednesday, a peak temperature that hasn’t been broken since 1974, according to the National Weather Service.

It was the first day of the year over 110 degrees in Phoenix, making it the hottest day for the city so far in 2019.

An excessive heat warning was put in place in the Valley from Tuesday through Thursday.

Phoenix was expected to peak at 112 degrees Thursday and cool off a little toward the weekend, with a high of 105 degrees Friday and 103 on Saturday.

Daily high temp record TIED in #Phoenix. #azwx pic.twitter.com/8FVBgfcn3G

— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) June 12, 2019

In a map made by the weather service, much of the Phoenix area was shown to experience heat that is “rare, dangerous and deadly” this week.

An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect today through Thursday, including the greater Phoenix area. Hotter deserts to reach or exceed 110 each day. Phoenix to tie the record of 112 Wednesday. Drink lots of water. Stay hydrated! #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/DoJnFe1c47

— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) June 11, 2019

The weather service reminded Arizonans to stay hydrated, watch for signs of heat exhaustion (headache, dizziness, nausea and cool, moist, pale skin) and not leave children or pets in cars.

Anyone needing help to beat the heat this summer can find cooling stations set up around the Valley, including 12 by the Salvation Army and nearly 60 by the city of Phoenix.

The stations offer air-conditioning, bottled water and other resources.

It's going to be very HOT today and Thursday. Remember to protect your pets! Never leave your pet in a parked car. #azwx pic.twitter.com/3zJd2xn1JK

— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) June 12, 2019

If you plan on working outdoors, ask yourself these questions. It could save your life or the life of a loved one. #azwx #cawx #monsoon2019 pic.twitter.com/KwEVGJpo2Z

— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) June 10, 2019

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