*As of Jul 23, 6 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Active Alerts
Queen Creek is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning, signaling severe and expected dangerous conditions. The National Weather Service has issued this alert to highlight the significant risk posed by the current weather patterns. In addition to the heat warning, there are two active Air Quality Alerts in effect for the area.
These alerts indicate that air quality conditions are expected to deteriorate, adding another layer of concern for local residents.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of the heat. The air temperature is recorded at 111F, but the heat index makes it feel like 114F. Relative humidity is at 20%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are light, blowing at 3 mph with gusts reaching up to 8 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
Today, the sky will stay sunny with a high near 110F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 113. Southwest winds will be around 5 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 87F tonight. Conditions will be mostly clear, with temperatures rising to around 89F overnight.
Heat index values will remain high at 111. Southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the sun will return with a high near 113F. The heat index is forecast to climb to 115. West southwest winds will be calm, between 0 to 5 mph.
