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5-day forecast / Queen Creek, AZ

WednesdaySunny102° / 82° 3%
ThursdaySunny109° / 86° 2%
FridaySunny112° / 88° 2%
SaturdaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms114° / 87° 24%
SundayChance Showers And Thunderstorms109° / 84° 35%

Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert in Effect for Queen Creek - Jul 22, 10 AM

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Queen Creek residents face severe heat and poor air quality. Current feels-like temperature is 91F, with highs near 102F today and 108F tomorrow under active NWS alerts.

Dana Goddard

July 22, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 22, 10 AM local time.*

Active Alerts and Current Conditions

Queen Creek is currently under two significant National Weather Service alerts: an Extreme Heat Warning and an Air Quality Alert. These warnings are in effect until July 27 at 8:00PM MST. The Extreme Heat Warning carries a severe severity rating, indicating dangerous heat conditions that require immediate attention.

Simultaneously, an Air Quality Alert is active, suggesting that air pollution levels may pose health risks to sensitive groups.

Right now, the air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 91F. Humidity is at 52%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are light, blowing from the north northwest at 6 mph with gusts up to 6 mph. The sky is mostly cloudy at this hour, but conditions are expected to shift rapidly.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sky will clear to sunny conditions. The high will reach near 102F, with a low near 82F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 4%.

Winds will remain light, shifting to the north northwest at 0 to 5 mph. As evening approaches, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to around 82F, though they may rise slightly to around 84F overnight.

Northeast winds will continue at 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. Expect sunny skies with a high near 108F. The heat index is projected to reach as high as 113.

There is no chance of precipitation, with a 0% probability of rain. Winds will stay light from the northeast at 0 to 5 mph. Overnight, skies will turn mostly clear with a low around 85F.

The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 110. Northeast winds will persist at 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Seek air-conditioned environments during the peak heat hours. Check on elderly neighbors and those without reliable cooling. Regarding the Air Quality Alert, individuals with respiratory conditions should monitor their symptoms and consider limiting outdoor activities if irritation occurs. Always follow local health guidance for air quality concerns.

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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