Weather Alerts For Apache Junction, AZ

# HEADLINE -------------------- EXTREME HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING # DETAILS -------------------- WHAT Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures 105 to 116. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. WHERE A portion of south central Arizona. WHEN From Thursday morning through Monday evening. IMPACTS Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. ISSUED AT Monday, July 20, 2026 at 11:54 AM MST ISSUED BY National Weather Service Phoenix AZ HEADER URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE # PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS -------------------- An Extreme Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, may occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details. # AREAS AFFECTED -------------------- Northwest Pinal County, Aguila Valley, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Cave Creek/New River, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, Gila Bend, New River Mesa, Rio Verde/Salt River, Sonoran Desert Natl Monument, Superior, Tonopah Desert, West Pinal County Including the cities of Scottsdale, Casa Grande, Arlington, Hassayampa, Apache Junction, Aguila, Coolidge, Gladden, Gila Bend, Wintersburg, Sentinel, Wickenburg, Florence, Tortilla Flat, Fountain Hills, Superior, Kaka, Tonopah, and Cactus Forest