El Paso woke up to mild, dry conditions on Monday, May 4, with temperatures hovering around 706F and a west wind already starting to flex. Highs are expected to climb into the mid-80s this afternoon, with an overnight low near 636F. Breezy conditions will build through Tuesday, so it is a good time to secure lightweight outdoor furniture and be ready for gusty stretches on east-west roadways.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
West winds are forecast to blow at roughly 6 to 17 mph today, with gusts up to about 26 mph. Tuesday, May 5, looks even windier, with gusts possibly near 301 mph. Aviation forecasts call for peak gusts of around 30 knots this afternoon, so anyone driving high-profile vehicles or towing trailers will want to keep both hands on the wheel. These trends are laid out in the latest forecast discussion from the National Weather Service.
Fire Weather And Rain Chances
Relative humidity is expected to drop into the mid-teens to mid-20s on Monday, bringing elevated fire-weather potential in exposed areas, although recent rains have helped keep fuels from drying out too quickly. Isolated light showers are on tap mainly for western New Mexico on Tuesday, with little measurable rain anticipated for El Paso’s lowlands. For more background on the overall setup, see our earlier local note on a warmer, gustier week, as per Hoodline.
What This Means For You
No watches or warnings are posted this morning, but gusty west winds could make commutes on I-10 and other exposed corridors more of a hassle and may topple unsecured items around homes and businesses. Temperatures are trending warmer later this week, so keep an eye on updates if you have outdoor plans or travel lined up.
