El Paso started Tuesday on the mild side, with clear skies and temperatures near 72°F at El Paso International Airport. A slight chance of morning showers is hanging around before 11 a.m., but most of the day is expected to stay partly sunny with a high near 89°F and a light south breeze. By the end of the week, though, the thermostat is expected to spike, with triple-digit highs forecast from Friday into the weekend.
Morning Sprinkles, Then Mostly Sunny Skies
There is a small window for showers this morning, mainly before 11 a.m., so the commute could catch a quick sprinkle, but widespread rain is not in the cards. Through the afternoon, look for partly sunny skies with a high near 89°F and light south winds around 5 mph, with any rainfall totals staying under a tenth of an inch where showers do pop up. Tonight, the low should drop to around 73°F with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the 8 to 9 p.m. range, according to the National Weather Service.
Heat Cranks Up Into The Weekend
Temperatures climb steadily through the week, with highs near 95°F on Wednesday, around 99°F on Thursday, and then peaking between about 102°F and 104°F on Friday and Saturday. That puts lowland areas solidly in triple-digit territory by the weekend. The pattern also turns drier, which will keep most thunderstorms confined to higher terrain while lowland temperatures run well above average. For anyone who needs a break from the heat, the City of El Paso has activated cooling centers and fan-assistance programs; residents can call 2-1-1 or visit the city's preparedness page for locations and hours at the City of El Paso.
Plan Ahead For Heat And Hit-or-Miss Storms
Simple steps can make a difference as temperatures rise: drink plenty of water, avoid strenuous outdoor work in the afternoon, and try to schedule tougher errands for the morning or evening. Mountain storms may still bring brief heavy downpours or sudden gusty outflow winds, but lowland thunderstorms should become less common as the week dries out. If you have health concerns or depend heavily on air-conditioning, check cooling-center hours and sign up for local emergency alerts through the city's preparedness page, and keep an eye on updated forecasts in case conditions shift late in the week.
