El Paso woke up to clear skies and about 75°F at sunrise on Tuesday, July 7, and that early morning comfort is about as mild as the city will feel for a while. The heat takes over the weather story this week, with a sunny afternoon on tap, a high near 99°F, and light east-southeast winds around 5 to 8 mph. Overnight relief will be limited, with a warm low near 76°F expected tonight.
Afternoon Storms Mostly In The Mountains
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are lined up for the surrounding mountains from Tuesday, July 7, through Saturday, July 11, while most of the lowlands stay largely dry with only a few stray storms possible west of the Rio Grande. The best bet for storms is late afternoon into the evening. Any strong cell could deliver brief heavy rain and gusty winds near 30 knots, roughly 35 mph, before moving on. Forecast details and the evolving outlook come from the National Weather Service.
Temperatures Climb Midweek
High temperatures step into triple digits by midweek. Expect around 100°F on Wednesday, July 8, roughly 103°F on Thursday, July 9, and near 104°F on Friday, July 10. Parts of the lowlands could flirt with Heat Advisory levels. Relative humidity drops into the low teens through Friday, which can make the heat feel more intense and raise fire-weather concerns in already dry spots. If you have to be outside, try to keep the heavy lifting to early morning or evening and build in plenty of water breaks.
Cooling Centers And Practical Tips
The City of El Paso has activated cooling centers and other resources to help residents ride out the high heat. The list of open sites includes the Main Library at 501 N. Oregon and Valle Bajo Recreation Center at 7380 Alameda. For locations, hours, and safety tips, check the summer heat resources from the City of El Paso. Check on neighbors, dodge strenuous outdoor work in the mid-afternoon, and never leave people or pets in parked cars.
Looking ahead, rain chances start to pick up late Sunday into Monday as monsoon moisture returns, which should help cool daytime highs for a bit. For the latest changes and any alerts, keep an eye on the local forecast through the week.
