*As of Aug 2, 2 AM local time.*
Critical Heat Alert Active
Residents of Queen Creek, Texas, are under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains in effect until August 4 at 8:00PM MST. The warning highlights dangerous heat conditions that pose significant risks to health and safety for those exposed to the elements without adequate protection.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. At this time, the air temperature stands at 92F, with a feels-like temperature of 90F. Humidity is low at 26%, and the dew point is 52F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph, under clear skies.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 113F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 113F. Winds will vary from southwest at 0 to 10 mph. There is only a 2% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, skies will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 87F, though heat index values may stay as high as 110F during the overnight hours. Winds will shift to south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow continues the pattern of intense heat with sunny skies and a high near 112F. The heat index is forecast to climb as high as 114F. Winds will come from the west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Precipitation chances remain minimal at 6%.
