Extreme Heat Watch Arizona | Effective 03/14/2026 00:12

Headline: 
Extreme Heat Watch issued March 14 at 12:12AM MST until March 22 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event: 
Extreme Heat Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
March 14, 2026 - 12:12am
Expires: 
March 14, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Arizona. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Sunday, March 22. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon high temperatures between 103 and 109 degrees.
Instruction: 
An Extreme Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, may occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Area Description: 
Kofa; Yuma; Central La Paz; Aguila Valley; Southeast Yuma County; Gila River Valley; Northwest Valley; Tonopah Desert; Gila Bend; Buckeye/Avondale; Cave Creek/New River; Deer Valley; Central Phoenix; North Phoenix/Glendale; Scottsdale/Paradise Valley; East Valley; Fountain Hills/East Mesa; South Mountain/Ahwatukee; Southeast Valley/Queen Creek; Northwest Pinal County; West Pinal County; Apache Junction/Gold Canyon; Sonoran Desert Natl Monument
Forcast Office: 
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov