El Paso eased into Monday with clear skies and a rare cool-ish start, bottoming out near 59°F at KELP early on May 11. A backdoor front is keeping east winds on the breezy side into tonight, offering a modest early-week cooldown before temperatures bounce back in a hurry by midweek. Look for highs in the upper 80s on Monday, followed by a much hotter stretch later in the week.
Afternoon and Tonight
Through Monday afternoon, skies stay mostly clear, with some low clouds or patchy fog lingering in the usual low spots before mixing out. East winds will stay breezy tonight, May 11, with sustained speeds near 14 mph and gusts around 20 to 23 mph. Overnight lows should land in the mid-60s.
Highs are expected to reach about 87°F on Monday, jump to around 95°F on Tuesday, May 12, and then push near 97°F on Wednesday, May 13. KELP may even flirt with the 100°F mark on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service El Paso.
Midweek Warm-Up
The cool break will be brief. Warm, dry air builds in by Tuesday and should drive most lowland highs into the mid 90s for several days. This quick flip from cool start to fast rebound is a pattern already flagged in recent coverage; see our backdoor cool front setup for background, as per Hoodline. If you are planning outdoor time, mornings and evenings will be the more comfortable bet.
Fire Weather Risk Late Week
Later in the week, humidity is expected to drop while west-southwest afternoon breezes pick up, setting the stage for elevated fire-weather concerns Thursday, May 14, into Friday, May 15. Minimum relative humidity could dip into the single digits or low teens across the lowlands at times. The National Weather Service notes that near-critical to critical fire-weather conditions are possible, so it is a good time to avoid open burning, secure any loose yard debris, and follow local restrictions. More details and updates are available from the National Weather Service El Paso.
