Forecast and Conditions for Goodyear, Arizona

Updated: 3:11 PM MST on July 09, 2009
Observed at I-10 & Estrella Pkwy., Goodyear, Arizona
Temperature 109.3 °F
Humidity 12%
Dew Point 45 °F
Wind South at 2.0 mph
Pressure 29.81 in (Falling)
Conditions Scattered Clouds
Visibility 20.0 miles
Clouds Scattered Clouds (SCT) : 20000 ft
Yesterday's Maximum 108.1 °F
Yesterday's Minimum 78.8 °F
Normal high 104 °F
Normal low 78 °F
Record high 114 °F (2003)
Record low 75 °F (2003)
Sunrise05:27 AM (MST)
Sunset07:41 PM (MST)
Moon Rise09:15 PM (MST)
Moon Set07:28 AM (MST)
Moon Phase
Special Weather Statement
Statement as of 6:37 am PDT on July 9, 2009/


... Excessive heat outlook valid Saturday through Monday...

Strong high pressure will strengthen and expand across the southwest
United States from late Friday through Sunday. Excessively hot
temperatures will be possible by Saturday... and could last through at
least next Monday.

Temperatures 4 to 7 degrees above the climatological norm are
expected during this period. Daytime highs over the Lower Desert
will range from 109 to 114 degrees on Saturday... and from 111 to 116
degrees Sunday and Monday. Although the atmosphere will be relatively
dry... the heat index will still approach 110 degrees during the
afternoon hours. Nighttime lows will mainly be in the 80s... with
warmest minimum temperatures in highly urbanized areas.

Exposure to extreme heat can be unhealthy and dangerous. If you plan
on being outdoors... remember to remain hydrated by drinking plenty of
water... wear loose-fitting clothing and a hat... and remain in the
shade or indoors as much as possible. Check on those that need
additional assistance... such as Young children and the elderly.

Stay up-to-date on the latest forecasts by listening to weather radio
on the public service band. More detailed information is available
from the National Weather Service in Phoenix on the internet at

Weather.Gov/Phoenix





Forecast as of 3:00 PM MST on July 9, 2009

Tonight
Mostly clear. Lows 76 to 86. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday
Partly sunny and hot. Highs 105 to 110. Southeast wind around 5 mph in the morning...becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows 78 to 88. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Saturday
Mostly sunny and hot. Highs 107 to 112. East wind around 5 mph in the morning...becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night
Mostly clear. Lows 79 to 89. West wind around 10 mph in the evening...becoming north 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
Sunday through Tuesday
Mostly clear and hot. Lows in the upper 70s to upper 80s. Highs 106 to 111.
Tuesday Night through Thursday
Partly cloudy and hot. Lows in the upper 70s to upper 80s. Highs 105 to 110.
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