The forecast for El Paso, TX, indicates a slight chance of rain today with overcast skies and temperatures peaking at a cool 45 degrees, as reported by the National Weather Service. The humidity is hanging high at 77 percent, and those venturing outside will face East winds blowing at 16 mph, gusting up to 25 mph, adding a biting chill to the air.
As the evening approaches temperatures are expected to drop to a low around 37, while the brisk East northeast winds will ease off slightly blowing between 8 to 11 mph, those stepping out tonight should prepare for a colder feel than the thermometer reads, as the wind chill effect becomes pronounced. Tuesday's forecast suggests a modest warming trend, with partial sunshine expected to bring highs up to 53 degrees, and the air movement slowing with an East wind at about 6 mph.
Looking ahead to the middle of the week, conditions are set to brighten with mostly sunny skies on Wednesday and a high near 63 degrees, owing to a calm wind according to the NWS. The tranquil pattern continues into Wednesday night, even as clouds gather, but the mercury will stay kinder, with overnight lows about 50 degrees.
The outlook for the upcoming New Year's Day includes a 30 percent chance of morning showers before the weather clears to partly sunny with a comfortable high near 68 degrees, light breeze originating from the west southwest will build up, winding up between 5 to 10 mph, with gusts that might reach 18 mph. The rest of the week will likely offer reprieve to those weary of the cold, as nights and days both promise milder air; with clear skies dominating through to the weekend, and daytime temperatures consistently around 68 to 69 degrees.
