Saturday morning, March 28, El Paso woke to mostly clear skies and a cool bite in the air, with readings in the mid 40s at El Paso International Airport (KELP) and an easterly breeze. The sun will take over quickly, pushing most neighborhoods into the low 70s by afternoon. A light jacket still makes sense for the early commute, and those in exposed spots can expect some gusty pockets.
Afternoon Sunshine and Breezy East Winds
The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies Saturday, March 28, with a high near 74°F and east-southeast winds of 8 to 15 mph, gusting as high as 22 mph. Saturday night stays mostly clear with a low around 55°F. For the full forecast and hour-by-hour breakdown, see NWS El Paso.
Warmup Sunday Into Early Next Week
Temperatures climb quickly after that. Highs should reach near 86°F on Sunday, March 29, and close to 88°F on Monday, March 30, with lighter winds in many lowland areas. A slight chance of brief showers or isolated thunderstorms is expected mainly over western New Mexico on Sunday and Monday, so most El Paso residents stay dry. Midweek, from Tuesday through Thursday, looks breezier with west winds that could gust into the 20 to 25 mph range. Forecasters say no critical fire weather conditions are expected at this time; for background on recent fire weather concerns, see our March 13 coverage on the blowtorch weekend, as per Hoodline.
Practical Tips
Plan outdoor errands for the sunniest afternoon hours, and secure loose patio furniture before the gustier periods move through. With temperatures spiking on Sunday and Monday, keep pets cool and hydrated. Drivers should stay alert for sudden gusts on open stretches of road, and anyone considering outdoor burning should check local burn bans, since local agencies issue restrictions when fire risk rises.
