*As of Aug 8, 11 AM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Queen Creek, TX, is currently under an Active NWS alert: Extreme Heat Warning (severity Severe). This warning is in effect until August 9 at 8:00PM MST. The National Weather Service has issued this alert due to dangerously high temperatures that pose significant risks to health and safety.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. At this moment, the air temperature stands at 100F, with a feels-like temperature also at 100F. Relative humidity is at 24%, and the dew point is 57F. Winds are blowing from the west southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 112F. According to the official National Weather Service forecast, temperatures may fall to around 110 in the afternoon. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 114. Winds will shift to west southwest at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 5%.
Tonight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low near 85F. Temperatures may rise to around 87 overnight. Heat index values could remain as high as 110. South winds will pick up slightly at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings another day of intense heat. Expect sunny skies with a high near 110F. Heat index values may climb to 112. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm, bringing the total chance of precipitation to 17%. Winds will be south around 5 mph.
