*As of Jul 22, 6 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Queen Creek, signaling severe and dangerous heat conditions that will persist through the end of the week. The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued this alert on July 22, and it remains active until July 27 at 8:00 PM MST. Residents are urged to take this warning seriously as temperatures soar well above seasonal norms.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. As of this Wednesday evening, 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 light at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 4 mph, under a clear sky. This combination of high heat and low humidity creates an environment where heat-related illnesses can develop rapidly for anyone exposed to the sun or strenuous activity.
Forecast and Additional Alerts
The heat will intensify over the next 24 hours. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 102F and a low near 82F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Tonight will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 82F but rising to approximately 85F overnight. Winds will shift to the east at 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. Expect sunny skies with a high near 109F. The heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 114F. North winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of rain remains negligible at 2%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 86F, and heat index values staying as high as 111F.
In addition to the heat warning, an Air Quality Alert is also active for the area, issued by the National Weather Service on July 22. While the severity and urgency are listed as unknown, this alert indicates that air quality levels may reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups.
