FORECAST: More dangerous heat through the next week

After several days of triple-digit heat, temperatures will ease slightly to start the week. Highs are expected to fall back into the upper 90s as the ridge of high pressure weakens. That break will be brief, though. The ridge rebuilds by midweek, sending temperatures back into the triple digits, with daily records at risk.

Dangerous, record-breaking heat to continue this week

By: Justin Hobbs

PHOENIX — We broke another record today, with a high of 102 degrees in Phoenix.

After several days of triple-digit heat, temperatures will ease slightly to start the week. Highs are expected to fall back into the upper 90s as the ridge of high pressure weakens. That break will be brief, though. The ridge rebuilds by midweek, sending temperatures back into the triple digits, with daily records at risk.

For Monday, expect a few morning clouds, with temperatures starting in the upper 60s to lower 70s. Afternoon highs will climb to around 99 degrees.

While we are no longer under an extreme heat warning, temperatures are still running more than 20 degrees above normal. Take precautions if you plan to be outdoors. Limit strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day and drink plenty of water.

The ridge strengthens again midweek, pushing highs back near 102 by Thursday. After that, it begins to shift east.

As it moves east, there are early signs that the final days of March and the start of April could bring a better chance for rain, which may help bring temperatures down. Stay tuned for updates as we get closer.