El Paso is waking to mostly clear skies and temperatures around 68 degrees Monday, with a sunny afternoon ahead and a high near 84. The easygoing stretch will not last all week: a sharp wind shift late Thursday is expected to usher in cooler weather for Friday and the weekend, with a chance of showers Friday.
Sunny And Warm Through Wednesday
Monday will stay dry, with southwest winds of 10 to 15 knots, gusting to 25 knots, and a 0% chance of rain. The National Weather Service point-temperature table forecasts highs of 84 Monday and 82 Tuesday. Wednesday remains sunny.
Thursday Night Brings The Big Turn
Thursday will still be sunny near 80, with gusty winds expected behind the front, particularly Thursday evening. By Thursday night, strong, gusty east winds are expected, while a slight chance of showers arrives after midnight.
Friday looks like the week's biggest change, with a high near 64, a chance of rain showers and strong east winds. The cooldown continues into the weekend.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday is expected to be mostly dry, with temperatures in the 80s. Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high near 89.
No watches or warnings are posted for the El Paso area in the current forecast. For weekend plans, the practical takeaway is simple: Monday through Wednesday favor outdoor time, while Friday calls for extra caution around strong winds and a rain jacket.
