El Paso woke up to a cool, breezy Sunday with temperatures near 52°F and a mix of sun and clouds. Afternoon highs are expected to land close to 72°F, with east-southeast winds around 14 to 18 mph and gusts reaching about 28 mph. A slight chance of light rain showers sneaks in late this afternoon into the evening, but most neighborhoods will see little or no measurable rain.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Those east-southeast winds will crank up as the day goes on, bringing frequent gusts into the upper 20s and a few stronger bursts over 30 mph on mountain slopes and across the New Mexico Bootheel. The National Weather Service notes that pockets of blowing dust could pop up near the Lordsburg Playa along I-10, briefly lowering visibility for drivers. If you are heading through those stretches, plan on a slower drive and secure any loose items in the yard before they try to relocate themselves.
Small Chance Of Showers Tonight
There is about a 20% chance of light showers after 3 p.m., and any rain that does fall should be very light, staying well under a tenth of an inch for most areas. Skies turn mostly cloudy tonight, with lows dipping to around 55°F. The weather pattern flips quickly early this week, with highs jumping into the mid-80s by Tuesday and Wednesday, lining up with a recent midweek heat flip outlook.
What To Know For Your Plans
Plan on breezy afternoons and a fast spring warm-up: a light wind layer works for morning errands, and you will want sunscreen handy later in the week. If you have outdoor burning or yard work on the agenda, keep in mind that conditions turn drier and windier by midweek, so it is a good idea to postpone open fires and stick to local fire restrictions. Check in with local forecasts before road trips or outdoor events, and keep an eye on shifting winds and any dust that might tag along.
