El Paso rolled into Thursday, June 25, under clear, dry skies and a head start on the heat, with early temperatures already in the mid‑80s and a quick climb into the low 100s on tap. Forecasters are calling for a high near 104°F, with heat‑index readings in the upper 90s. There is a brief chance of rain before 7 a.m., but for most of the day it will be sunny, dry, and very hot. If you have to be outside, try to stick to early morning or evening and keep water close at hand.
Heat Advisory In Effect
The National Weather Service has a Heat Advisory in place for much of El Paso County through 9 p.m. MDT Thursday, warning of temperatures up to about 105°F and a risk of heat‑related illness for anyone working or exercising outdoors, according to the National Weather Service. The advisory urges residents to "drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air‑conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors." Cars heat up fast, so do not leave children or pets inside a parked vehicle, even for a short errand.
What To Expect Today
This afternoon, winds should stay light from the west‑northwest around 3 to 9 mph while humidity drops into the teens, which will make the heat feel extra dry. Hourly forecasts show temperatures rising from the mid‑80s this morning into the low 100s by mid‑afternoon. Overnight, temperatures are expected to fall only to about 76°F, with a slight chance of showers or isolated thunderstorms after sunset. Any nighttime storms would likely be brief, so expect mostly sunny conditions overall and limited relief from the heat after dark.
Cooling Centers And Tips
The City of El Paso is opening cooling options at recreation centers and public libraries; call 2‑1‑1 for the most up‑to‑date list of locations and hours, according to the City of El Paso. If you do not have air conditioning, plan to spend the hottest hours of the afternoon in an open, air‑conditioned public space, and check in on elderly neighbors or anyone with medical conditions that make the heat harder to handle. Avoid outdoor work in the peak of the afternoon, and bring water if you absolutely must be outside.
Weekend Fire Weather Watch
Forecast discussions from the National Weather Service point to a gradual cooling trend late this week, along with an uptick in afternoon winds and drier air over the weekend that could push conditions into elevated to near‑critical fire weather in exposed areas. Forecasters expect daytime winds around 15 to 20 mph and minimum relative humidity near or below 15 percent, a combination that raises the risk of gusty winds and dry lightning starts if storms develop. We will post updates if fire‑weather products or Red Flag Warnings are issued ahead of the weekend.
