Extreme Heat Watch in Effect as Queen Creek Temps Climb to 104F - Jul 21, 6 AM

*As of Jul 21, 6 AM local time.*

Heat and Humidity Dominate

An Extreme Heat Watch is currently active for Queen Creek, Texas, signaling severe conditions that will persist through the end of the week. As of this Tuesday morning, the heat is already palpable. The air temperature stands at 79F, but the high humidity makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 82F.

The relative humidity is at 79%, and the dew point is recorded at 72F, indicating a muggy atmosphere that adds to the discomfort.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sky will be mostly sunny with a high near 100F. Winds will be light, coming from the southwest at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is low at 9%.

As tonight approaches, conditions will shift slightly. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 5am, followed by partly cloudy skies. Temperatures will drop to a low around 80F, though they may rise to around 83F overnight.

Winds will shift to the east southeast at around 5 mph, with the chance of precipitation at 20%.

Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. The forecast calls for sunny skies and a high near 104F. Winds will be calm, ranging from northeast at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 9%. Following tomorrow, the night will be mostly clear with a low around 84F and northeast winds around 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

With the Extreme Heat Watch in effect, residents are urged to take precautions against extreme heat. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning, to ensure their safety during these severe temperature spikes. Stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day and seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com