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5-day forecast / Queen Creek, AZ

FridaySunny113° / 87° 2%
SaturdaySunny then Patchy Blowing Dust115° / 88° 19%
SundayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms109° / 85° 21%
MondaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms106° / 84° 14%
TuesdaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny106° / 84° 10%

Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert in Effect for Queen Creek - Jul 24, 2 AM

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Queen Creek faces dangerous heat with an Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert. Highs near 115F tomorrow with patchy blowing dust.

Dana Goddard

July 24, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 24, 2 AM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Queen Creek, TX is currently under two active National Weather Service alerts: an Extreme Heat Warning and an Air Quality Alert. These warnings remain in effect as the region experiences dangerously high temperatures. Right now, the air temperature is 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 100F.

The relative humidity is at 33% with a dew point of 64F. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 7 mph, and the sky remains clear.

The Extreme Heat Warning indicates severe conditions that are expected to persist. Simultaneously, the Air Quality Alert signals potential issues with air purity. Residents should monitor local updates closely as these conditions evolve.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sun will dominate the sky with a high near 113F and a low near 87F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 116F. Winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph from the southwest.

Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 88F, though they may rise to around 90F later in the night. The heat index could still reach 113F. Winds will shift to the west at around 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further with a high near 115F and a low near 88F. The sky will be sunny initially, but patchy blowing dust is expected later in the day. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm, with the chance of precipitation at 19% to 20%.

Heat index values may climb as high as 117F. Winds will increase from the west southwest, ranging from 0 to 15 mph with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. High temperatures and heat indices pose serious health risks. Additionally, due to the Air Quality Alert and potential blowing dust, individuals with respiratory sensitivities should take precautions to protect their lungs. Keep windows closed if dust levels rise and seek air-conditioned environments during the peak heat hours.

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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