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SaturdaySunny105° / 81° 3%
SundayMostly Sunny107° / 82°
MondaySunny110° / 86° 2%
TuesdaySunny110° / 86° 3%
WednesdaySunny110° / 86° 4%

Extreme Heat Watch in Effect for Queen Creek as Temperatures Soar - Aug 15, 9 AM

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An Extreme Heat Watch is active for Queen Creek, TX. Current conditions show a feels-like temperature of 86F, with highs near 105F today and 106F tomorrow.

Dana Goddard

August 15, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 15, 9 AM local time.*

Immediate Conditions and Alert Status

Residents in Queen Creek are under an Extreme Heat Watch, which remains active through the upcoming period. The National Weather Service has designated this alert as severe in nature, signaling a significant risk for heat-related impacts over the next several days.

Current conditions reflect the onset of this intense heat pattern. At this moment on Saturday morning, the air temperature stands at 86F, with a feels-like temperature also recorded at 86F. The relative humidity is at 43%, and the dew point is measured at 61F. Winds are light, blowing at 6 mph with gusts reaching up to 5 mph, under a clear sky.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The heat will intensify significantly as the day progresses. Today is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 105F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 3%. Winds during the day will be from the southwest, ranging between 0 to 5 mph.

Tonight, skies will transition to partly cloudy conditions as temperatures drop to a low around 82F. Winds will shift to the west, remaining light at 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow brings even higher temperatures, with a high near 106F under sunny skies. The chance of rain is negligible at 2%. Winds will come from the south southwest, staying between 0 to 5 mph. Following tomorrow, conditions are expected to remain hot, with lows around 82F and mostly clear skies.

Safety Reminders

Given the severity of the Extreme Heat Watch, it is crucial to take precautions against extreme heat. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when temperatures peak.

Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning, as they are at higher risk. Keep vehicles parked in shade or garages to prevent interior temperatures from rising dangerously. If you must be outside, wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and apply sunscreen regularly.

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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