El Paso woke Friday to clear skies and temperatures around 81°F, but the mild start will not last. The city is headed for 108°F, one of the hottest afternoons of the week, with a Heat Advisory in effect through 9 p.m. and storms possible later. Lower Valley neighborhoods could climb as high as 109°F to 110°F.
Triple-Digit Heat Takes Center Stage
The National Weather Service El Paso expects mostly sunny skies through early afternoon, with east-northeast winds generally between 1 and 5 mph. Heat-index values may reach 104°F, and officials warn that the dry air does not make the extreme temperatures harmless. Drink plenty of fluids, use air conditioning or shade, and save strenuous outdoor work for early morning or evening, the National Weather Service El Paso advises.
Storm Chances Arrive After 3 P.M.
Showers and thunderstorms could develop after 3 p.m., with a 40% chance through the afternoon and evening. Any storm may bring a quick downpour, lightning, and sudden wind gusts, while the overnight forecast calls for a 50% chance of storms and a low near 80°F. Rainfall tonight should be light overall, with new amounts generally under a tenth of an inch.
Saturday Brings Cooler Temperatures And Bigger Storm Concerns
Saturday should be cooler at about 99°F, but the storm risk rises, with a 40% afternoon chance and a low near 77°F. The National Weather Service says scattered severe storms are possible across parts of the Borderland, with damaging wind gusts, hail and flash flooding among the main hazards. The greatest concern is in parts of Otero County, northeastern Dona Ana County and eastern Sierra County, though storms could still affect the El Paso area; this is a substantial update from Hoodline's earlier heat advisory report.
Brief Sunday Break Before Heat Rebuilds
Sunday turns sunny and drier, with a high near 98°F and a low around 77°F. Triple digits return Monday through Thursday, with highs near 101°F, 103°F, 101°F and 100°F, while overnight lows remain in the upper 70s. Storm chances continue next week, with mountain and western areas favored for the most activity.
What To Do Today
Plan errands and outdoor work for the morning, keep children and pets out of parked cars, and check on neighbors who may be more vulnerable to heat. If thunder develops this afternoon, move indoors and avoid exposed areas, since even a brief storm can produce lightning and a sudden burst of wind.
