El Paso woke up Thursday to clear skies and mild air, with El Paso International checking in around 59°F and comfortable humidity before sunrise. By this afternoon, look for sunshine, highs near 82°F, and light west winds for a warm, dry day across most neighborhoods. With no rain in the near-term forecast, it is a solid window for outdoor plans ahead of a weekend pattern change.
Sunny Through Friday, Then A Cooler Shift
Sunshine sticks around Friday, with highs holding in the low 80s and west to west-northwest winds around 5–16 mph. Some stronger gusts are possible Friday afternoon, especially in more exposed spots. According to the National Weather Service in El Paso, the weather stays quiet through Thursday and Friday before a cold front slips in from the north Friday night. That front will flip the winds and trim temperatures for the weekend. If you are planning to be outside on Friday, expect those stronger afternoon gusts and consider tying down any lightweight patio gear.
Showers And Thunderstorms Possible Sunday
The Friday night front will bring cooler nights and set up a milder Saturday, with afternoon highs easing back into the upper 70s. By late Sunday, moisture riding in on an easterly flow brings a healthy chance of showers and thunderstorms. Forecasters are calling for roughly a 60% chance of precipitation Sunday, with east winds gusting into the 20s. Plan on on-and-off rain Sunday afternoon and evening that could briefly disrupt outdoor events or late-weekend errands.
Local Context And What To Do
Last week’s gusty, dry spell left soils loose in parts of the Borderland, so wind-blown dust could still flare up on breezier days. For more on that setup, see El Paso’s March heat and fire fears, as per Hoodline. No watches or warnings were in effect Thursday morning, but conditions can change quickly if storms organize on Sunday. Keep an eye on updated forecasts before locking in weekend plans, and have a light jacket handy for the cooler evenings that follow the front.
