El Paso starts the day around 54°F at the airport under mostly cloudy skies and light winds, but it will not stay cool for long. Temperatures are expected to jump quickly to a hot, dry afternoon high near 87°F, according to the National Weather Service. Keep water close, find some shade when you can, and try to avoid long stretches in the midday and afternoon sun.
Afternoon Heat And Commute
By late morning, skies trend sunny to mostly sunny with southeast winds around 5 to 6 mph. Humidity drops into the teens by mid-afternoon, which will make it feel extra dry. Hourly forecasts keep readings in the mid to upper 80s through the afternoon commute, with temperatures near 86 to 87°F between 2 and 4 p.m. If you are planning yard work, outdoor sports, or errands, morning or evening hours will be more comfortable.
Friday Into Saturday: Showers And Thunderstorms Return
Isolated showers could pop up Friday afternoon, with a better shot at scattered showers and thunderstorms Friday night into early Saturday, especially near and east of the Rio Grande, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters put the chance near 60% for Friday night. Any stronger storms may kick out gusty outflow winds. Brief but heavy downpours could trigger localized street flooding and sudden wind gusts, so keep a flexible plan for Friday evening.
Sunday Through Tuesday: Wind, Dust And Fire Concerns
From Sunday through Tuesday, the pattern flips back to dry and breezy. That combination raises the risk of blowing dust and reduced visibility in open and exposed areas. Low humidity paired with gusty southwest winds also creates elevated fire weather concerns for parts of the county. Residents with asthma, COPD, or heart conditions should keep tabs on local air quality at AirNow and ease up on outdoor exertion whenever dust kicks up.
What To Do
Tie down or bring inside loose outdoor items before the wind ramps up, and budget extra time for commutes when conditions get dusty. If you run into a dust-filled stretch of road, pull over safely, keep your headlights on, and wait until visibility improves. People with respiratory or heart issues should stay indoors when the air quality index climbs. For the latest watches and hour-by-hour details, keep an eye on the NWS El Paso.
