El Paso starts Sunday with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the low 60s, but the calm opening will not last. A warm, breezy afternoon should reach a high of 71 degrees before a Pacific cold front brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms late Sunday.
Storms Could Arrive After 4 p.m.
The rain chance rises after 4 p.m. Sunday, with showers and thunderstorms becoming more likely during the evening and overnight. The National Weather Service says storms will move east across the region, and the strongest cells could bring sudden heavy rain and damaging wind gusts.
Southwest winds will run 15 to 25 mph Sunday, with gusts as high as 45 mph. With a forecast high of 71 degrees, outdoor plans may still finish noticeably blustery as the front approaches.
Flood Watch Stays West Of El Paso
A Flood Watch runs from noon Sunday through Sunday evening for parts of Grant and Hidalgo counties in southwest New Mexico, including areas around Silver City and the Gila region. El Paso County is not included, but anyone driving west toward New Mexico should watch for rapidly changing conditions and water on roads.
Cooler, Drier Weather Follows
Monday turns sunny and cooler, with a high near 70. Tuesday stays sunny near 69, then Wednesday is forecast sunny with a high of 73 and Thursday sunny near 72.
Quieter, drier weather should prevail after Monday, with temperatures near normal. Sunday’s main takeaway is simple: enjoy the early warmth, then keep an eye on the sky and secure loose outdoor items before the wind and storms arrive.
