Tuesday, May 19, El Paso is waking up to clear skies and mid‑60s readings at El Paso International Airport, and the cool start will not last long. Temperatures are expected to race into the low 90s by midafternoon, with very dry air dropping humidity into the single digits across the lower elevations. The result: the heat will feel a little sharper than the number on the thermometer suggests, so if you can, push outdoor plans to the morning or evening.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Afternoons will turn breezy, with southwest winds generally running 10 to 20 mph and gusts up to about 23 mph possible on Wednesday. Highs should top out near 91°F, while overnight lows linger in the mid‑60s. Rain is basically off the table through Thursday, which keeps the area dry and nudges fire weather concerns higher in brushy or grassy spots. According to the National Weather Service El Paso office's forecast discussion, those breezy afternoons are on tap through the work week.
Weekend Rain Chances
Looking toward the weekend, a weak cutoff low near Baja could tug some moisture into the region late Friday into Saturday. That setup brings small chances for isolated showers or storms, mainly over eastern Hudspeth County and the Franklin Mountains. Forecast models do not agree on how far west that moisture will actually travel, so any storms that do develop would likely be spotty. If you are planning Memorial Day weekend events, keep that uncertainty in the back of your mind and be ready to tweak plans if the forecast shifts.
What To Know
Low afternoon humidity paired with gusty winds will increase the risk for brush and grass fires - skip outdoor burning and go easy with anything that throws sparks. Stay hydrated, move heavy outdoor work to the cooler parts of the day, and secure light patio furniture before the wind tries to relocate it to a neighbor's yard. Check the National Weather Service page before travel or big outdoor gatherings in case there are any late‑breaking changes to the forecast.
