*As of Jul 30, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Queen Creek, signaling severe and potentially life-threatening heat conditions. The National Weather Service has issued this alert due to dangerously high temperatures that will persist through the period. Residents should take immediate precautions to stay cool and hydrated.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat wave. As of Thursday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 108F, with a feels-like temperature also recorded at 108F. The relative humidity is low at 19%, with a dew point of 57F.
Winds are light, blowing from the west at 6 mph with gusts reaching 7 mph. The sky remains mostly clear, offering no relief from the sun.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 112F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 110F in the afternoon. Heat index values may reach as high as 111F.
West winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. The low tonight will drop to around 83F, with temperatures rising to approximately 86F overnight under mostly clear skies. West southwest winds will be around 5 mph.
Tomorrow remains sunny with a high near 113F. Heat index values could climb as high as 110F. Southwest winds will pick up slightly, ranging from 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The low tomorrow night will be around 84F under mostly clear skies, with south southwest winds between 0 and 10 mph.
