Phoenicians can look forward to a streak of sunny days, as forecasts predict a steady climb in temperatures, potentially reaching the high 90s by early next week. According to the National Weather Service, today will remain sunny with a high near 90 degrees and gentle winds shifting westward at 8 to 11 mph.

Tonight's conditions are expected to be clear, with a low around 61 degrees, the west wind reaching 10 mph before becoming southeast. Looking ahead to Thursday, the wind could gust as high as 21 mph, although the day should maintain its sunny disposition, hitting highs near 89. As the weekend approaches, so does a heat wave, with the mercury slated to soar well into the 90s.

Providing a more detailed breakdown, FOX 10 Phoenix reports the hourly forecast for the early morning hours: a gentle 66 degrees at 5 AM ascending to a warmer 89 degrees by 3 PM. This consistent sunny pattern is expected to continue well into next week, with temperatures climbing each day.

The seven-day outlook shows an upward trend, with high temperatures inching from 90 degrees on May 9 to nearly hitting the century mark on May 13, at a scorching 99 degrees. The evenings will offer little respite, providing temperatures remain in the low 70s. Residents should prepare for the hot days ahead, as well as clear, starlit evenings short on cool breezes.