*As of Aug 19, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Active Alerts
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Queen Creek, signaling severe danger from the intense heat. The National Weather Service has issued this alert to warn of life-threatening conditions as temperatures soar. Alongside the heat warning, a Blowing Dust Advisory and an Air Quality Alert are also active, creating hazardous driving visibility and respiratory concerns.
Current conditions reflect the severity of the situation. At this afternoon reading, the air temperature is 99F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. The relative humidity sits at 33% with a dew point of 64F. Winds are light at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 4 mph, under a clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be exceptionally hot, with a high near 109F. Temperatures may fall slightly to around 107F in the afternoon, but heat index values could reach as high as 112. The sky will start sunny, but there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm.
Winds will be from the west northwest at 5 to 10 mph. Any rainfall will likely be minimal, with less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight, conditions remain mostly cloudy with a low around 85F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 87F overnight. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Winds will shift to the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.
