First Alert Forecast: Toasty days ahead
After a string of below average temps, the plot changes to increased heat across the desert southwest
YUMA, Ariz. ( KYMA, KECY-TV ) -   A weather system affecting the region will bring well below normal temperatures today and scattered showers mainly this morning. Lingering showers and potentially a few thunderstorms will remain a possibility across Gila County on Wednesday, while the lower deserts will see clearing skies and warmer conditions. A strong high pressure system will then take over late week resulting in much warmer temperatures and highs likely topping 100 degrees as early as Friday and lasting through the weekend.