*As of Aug 26, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for Queen Creek, signaling severe and potentially life-threatening conditions. The National Weather Service has issued this alert due to dangerously high temperatures that are expected to persist through the end of the week. In addition to the heat threat, two Air Quality Alerts are also in effect, compounding the health risks for local residents.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the air temperature in Queen Creek stands at 108F. While the official reading is high, the heat index makes it feel like 105F, creating a hazardous environment for anyone outdoors. The relative humidity is currently at 16%, with a dew point of 52F.
Winds are blowing from the west southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 6 mph. The sky remains mostly clear, allowing intense solar radiation to drive temperatures higher.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will remain sunny with a high near 115F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 112 during the day. Winds will continue from the west southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Temperatures will drop tonight to a low near 88F under partly cloudy skies. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 110, with southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow continues the trend of extreme heat. Expect sunny skies and a high near 112F, with heat index values again peaking around 112. Southwest winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph.
