El Paso Sizzles as Triple-Digit Heatwave Hits and Rain Vanishes

El Paso starts Tuesday under clear skies and mild early-morning temperatures, but the easy part of the day will not last. The mercury is expected to climb from the mid-60s around daybreak to a sunny high near 96, with almost no chance of rain. It is the start of a hotter, drier stretch that will push temperatures above 100 later this week.

The National Weather Service in El Paso-Santa Teresa says Tuesday’s thunderstorm chances will drop sharply after recent activity, leaving the city with light east-southeast winds of 1 to 5 mph. Tonight will stay mostly clear, with a low around 74 and south winds near 2 mph, so the overnight reset will be modest rather than refreshing.

Triple-Digit Heat Arrives Wednesday

Wednesday is forecast to reach 100 under sunny skies, followed by 102 Thursday. Friday and Saturday will remain around 101 and 100, while Sunday reaches 100 and Monday climbs back to 102. Overnight lows will mostly stay in the mid to upper 70s.

Rain Fades In The Lowlands

For El Paso and the surrounding lowlands, rain chances remain minimal through the weekend. Isolated storms may still pop up over the Gila and Sacramento mountains Wednesday and Thursday, but the hotter, drier pattern is expected to become more dependable and widespread afterward.

Plan Outdoor Time Before The Afternoon Peak

Tuesday’s light winds will not offer much relief as temperatures rise, and afternoon humidity is expected to fall into the low 20s. People working or exercising outside should take breaks in the shade, drink water regularly, and avoid leaving children or pets in parked cars.

El Paso’s public-health guidance lists free cooling stations and advises residents to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during extreme heat. Locations and schedules can change, so check the City of El Paso page or call 2-1-1 before heading out.

No watches, warnings, or advisories are listed for the area Tuesday morning, but the week-ahead trend is clear: cooler hours will be limited, while midday temperatures will be the main challenge.