The Brief
PHOENIX - Another day of near-record heat is forecast for the Valley.
On Wednesday afternoon, the high temperature hit the highest so far this year: 118 degrees. It set a record for the date, too.
What To Expect On Thursday:
Today will not be as hot as yesterday, but it will still reach around 114 degrees in Phoenix .
In northern Arizona, spots like Sedona will hit triple digits again with the low 90s forecast in Flagstaff. An Extreme Heat Warning continues for the Valley and parts of Southern/Southwestern Arizona as well as the Grand Canyon.
Winds are forecast to increase during the afternoon around the state. Gusts of 20-30 mph are forecast for Phoenix. In Flagstaff, gusts up to 25-35 mph are likely. While it will be breezy, this won't immediately help drop our