Queen Creek Heat Wave Continues With Highs Near 104F - Sep 11, 12 PM

*As of Sep 11, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Queen Creek is experiencing intense heat this Friday afternoon. The current air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Relative humidity is at 35%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are light from the west at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 8 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tonight

Temperatures will climb significantly throughout the day, reaching a high near 104F before falling to around 102F in the late afternoon. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 5pm today. The chance of precipitation is listed at 10%.

As evening approaches, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies for tonight. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms persists, with the overall chance of precipitation rising to 20%. Winds will switch to the south southeast at around 5 mph.

Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F, though they may rise slightly to around 83F during the overnight hours. Any rainfall is expected to be minimal, with new amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tomorrow Outlook

Sunny skies are expected to return tomorrow, bringing a high near 102F. Winds will be light from the west southwest at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to just 7%. Temperatures will settle to a low around 81F by tomorrow night under mostly clear skies, with south winds around 5 mph.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures near 104F and heat indices pushing toward 100F, extreme caution is advised. Limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day and stay hydrated. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat. While there are no active weather alerts in effect, the persistent high temperatures pose a significant health risk if proper precautions are not taken.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

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https://open-meteo.com