Heat — Phillips, Arkansas

2025-07-25 · Phillips, Arkansas

Event narrative

Maximum heat index of 108 degrees.

Wider weather episode

A strong ridge remained centered over the mid and lower Mississippi River Valley and continued to bring oppressive heat to the region. Daytime heat indices exceeded 105 degrees nearly areawide, with some areas exceeding 110 degrees. Nighttime temperatures remained in the mid to upper 70s and low 80s, resulting in little relief from the heat.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1283749. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.