Residents in El Paso can expect a mix of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms over the coming days, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast suggests a weather pattern, with the chance of showers and thunderstorms starting this afternoon and persisting through the weekend.
The NWS detailed forecast indicates a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5 pm today, which should disrupt what has otherwise been a mostly sunny day with a high near 87. The wind, ushering in these changes, will be light and variable, shifting to southwest at 5 to 7 mph in the morning. This evening, the likelihood of precipitation jumps to 60%, with showers and thunderstorms expected mainly before 2 am. Although new rainfall amounts could be moderate, the potential for higher amounts in thunderstorms looms over the area, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Heading into the weekend, the NWS warns of a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon. A calm wind will transform, becoming south southeast at around 6 mph. The wet conditions are anticipated to peak Saturday night with an 80% chance of showers and potentially a thunderstorm. Come Sunday, a 60% chance of precipitation continues with possible thunderstorms before noon, followed by likely showers. The temperatures will remain moderate, with highs tapering to around 79 degrees.
For early next week, the weather service predicts a mild respite on Monday, with only a 20 percent chance of morning showers and a return to mostly sunny skies. The evening should see the winds calming, and by Tuesday, residents can expect sunny weather with highs climbing back towards the mid-80s. This pattern of clear skies and gradually warming temperatures is set to continue through to Thursday, where temperatures may reach close to the 90-degree mark, a stark contrast to the weekend's wet conditions.
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