*As of Jul 24, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Queen Creek is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning, a severe alert issued by the National Weather Service in Phoenix. This warning remains in effect until Sunday evening, signaling a prolonged period of dangerously high temperatures. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert is active, indicating that air quality levels may pose health risks for sensitive groups.
Residents should monitor conditions closely as these alerts overlap with extreme heat.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature is 108F, but the heat index makes it feel like 110F. Relative humidity is at 22% with a dew point of 61F. Winds are light, blowing from the west northwest at 5 mph with gusts up to 8 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 114F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 116. Overnight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 91F. The heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 115. Winds will shift to the west southwest, remaining light at 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow brings another day of intense heat. The high will again reach near 114F, though temperatures may drop slightly to around 112F in the afternoon. The heat index could climb to 116.
While the morning will be sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Winds will increase to the west at 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Overnight, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm.
