El Paso gets one quiet weather day before a much more serious turn. Sunday, September 27, will be mostly sunny with a high near 87 degrees and minimal storm chances, but a Flood Watch is set to begin Monday afternoon as tropical moisture moves into the region.
Sunny Sunday Gives Way To Storms
Sunday night will stay partly cloudy with a low near 66 degrees. The shift begins Monday, September 28, when scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop during the afternoon before becoming more widespread Monday night.
The National Weather Service in El Paso is warning of a heightened flood threat from Monday afternoon through Tuesday night, with saturated ground from recent rainfall making it easier for water to run off quickly. The National Weather Service warns of the potential for heavy rain across the area.
Storm Chances Continue Tuesday
Tuesday, September 29, is forecast to reach a high near 77 degrees, with showers and thunderstorms possible. Storm chances remain high Tuesday.
Drivers should be especially cautious around low-lying roads, arroyos and other flood-prone spots, and should never attempt to cross a flooded roadway. Flood concerns are expected to continue through Tuesday night.
Cooler And Drier Weather Follows
Showers may linger into Wednesday morning, September 30, before skies turn mostly sunny. Highs will remain in the mid-70s Wednesday before a drier stretch arrives Thursday through Saturday, with sunny skies; Thursday is forecast to reach 81 degrees and Friday 83 degrees.
The new Flood Watch marks a substantive change from the mostly dry setup outlined in Hoodline's earlier forecast. For now, Sunday is the window for outdoor plans; Monday afternoon is when the weather starts demanding more attention.
