*As of Jul 13, 10 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Monday this morning in Queen Creek, TX, where residents are already feeling the intensity of the heat. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 92F. Relative humidity is at 46%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are light, blowing from the south at 9 mph with gusts reaching 10 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day begins.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb significantly today, reaching a high near 105F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could soar as high as 110 during the peak heat. While the morning starts mostly sunny, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 30%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Winds will shift to a south direction at 0 to 5 mph.
As evening approaches, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues before 10pm. Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F, though they may rise slightly to around 83F overnight. The sky will be partly cloudy with southeast winds around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 30% for the night.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat will persist and intensify tomorrow. Highs are expected to reach near 107F, with afternoon temperatures falling slightly to around 105F. Heat index values are projected to hit 113. The day will start sunny, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 40%, with southwest winds at 0 to 5 mph.
