Starting Thursday, a major spike in temperatures could break daily records across Phoenix, Yuma and El Centro.<\/p>\n
PHOENIX \u2014 Heads up, Arizona: it may only be February, but the hot weather is already coming back.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Starting today, a major spike in temperatures could break daily records across Phoenix, Yuma and El Centro.<\/p>\n
Hydration and sunscreen are key. You\u2019ll want to keep that in mind for the next couple of days. The warm temperatures are expected to last through the weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This comes at a time when you can check out Spring Training games, the Extra Innings Festival, or even the Renaissance Festival.<\/p>\n
Drink plenty of water, as the most dangerous heat comes between 2-5 p.m.<\/p>\n
The UV index will be at a five. In those conditions, you could get sunburnt in less than 30 minutes. Make sunscreen a priority.\u00a0<\/p>\n
For hikers who may be heading out to places like Papago Park, we know that during the summer in the Valley, officials recommend getting off the trails by 10 a.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It\u2019s obviously only February, but we\u2019re talking about possible record-setting heat heading our way now, so be careful. \u00a0<\/p>\n
12News reported a handful of mountain rescues in 2025, which was confirmed as the second-hottest year on record in Phoenix.<\/p>\n
This forecast could be a preview for what\u2019s yet to come in 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Valley will see temperatures in the 70s and 80s return next week. Until then, be mindful of those heat safety tips.<\/p>\n
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