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MondaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms106° / 81° 24%
TuesdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms108° / 82° 36%
WednesdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms107° / 80° 56%
ThursdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms104° / 77° 44%
FridayChance Showers And Thunderstorms96° / 76° 62%

Dangerous Heat Grips Queen Creek as Temperatures Soar to 108F - Jul 12, 2 PM

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Queen Creek faces dangerous heat with a high near 108F and heat index values up to 111F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible today and tomorrow.

Dana Goddard

July 12, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 12, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Advisory

Dangerous heat is currently gripping Queen Creek, TX. As of this Sunday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 102F, but the heat index makes it feel like 104F. The relative humidity is at 26%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are blowing from the west southwest at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures are expected to climb to a high near 108F today. During the afternoon, heat index values may reach as high as 111F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4pm, followed by patchy blowing dust and a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. The sky will be mostly sunny. Highs will fall to around 105F in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 34%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Winds will shift to the west southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight, conditions will turn mostly cloudy with a low near 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 9pm, followed by patchy blowing dust and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 4am. The chance of precipitation is 40%. Winds will become south southeast at 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the high will be near 106F, with temperatures falling to around 104F in the afternoon. Heat index values will again reach as high as 111F. The sky will be sunny, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 24%. Winds will be light, coming from the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the dangerous heat, residents should hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool water and shade. Be aware of the slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, which may bring gusty winds and blowing dust.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Dana Goddard

Dana Goddard covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Queen Creek.

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