by El Paso, TX – Residents of El Paso are in for a few hot and dry days before thunderstorms return later this week, according to the latest forecast. After a welcome 0.65-inch rainfall on Saturday night, local weather officials say the city is still slightly below the normal annual rainfall of 5.95 inches, with 4.05 inches recorded so far this year.
The National Weather Service reports that skies will remain mostly clear Monday night, with only a few scattered clouds. Temperatures are expected to drop to a low of 68°F, accompanied by southeast winds at 5-10 mph, giving a calm start to the workweek.
Early Week Heat and Dry Conditions
Monday will be mostly sunny with a high near 96°F, while dew points fall into the 40s, signaling drier air across the region. Residents will feel a noticeable difference in humidity as a warm, dry southwest breeze blows at 5-15 mph.
Tuesday is forecast to be the hottest day of the week, with highs reaching 97°F. Southwest winds will pick up slightly, ranging from 5-20 mph, maintaining the dry, hot conditions. Wednesday will remain mostly sunny with scattered clouds and a high of 96°F, continuing the mini-heat wave before the stormy pattern returns.
Thursday will see mostly sunny skies with highs around 95°F, giving a final warm day before the upcoming weather shifts. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours.
Thunderstorms Return by the Weekend
The return of football Friday night will coincide with the first signs of thunderstorms, with highs near 92°F and late-day hit-or-miss storms producing lightning in certain areas. These conditions are expected to remain widely scattered, making travel and outdoor activities potentially hazardous.
Rain chances improve on Saturday, with widely scattered thunderstorms anticipated across the city. Forecasters advise keeping an umbrella handy and staying updated with local alerts as storms develop.
9-Day Forecast Overview
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 96°F, low 68°F, SE winds 5-10 mph.
- Tuesday: Sunny and hottest day, high 97°F, low 70°F, SW winds 5-20 mph.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny with few clouds, high 96°F, low 70°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 95°F, low 69°F.
- Friday: Hit-or-miss late storms, high 92°F, low 68°F.
- Saturday: Scattered thunderstorms, high 90°F, low 66°F.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, high 89°F, low 65°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 91°F, low 66°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny with slight chance of storms, high 92°F, low 67°F.
Residents are urged to monitor weather updates closely as storm patterns evolve later this week, especially if planning outdoor activities. Heat precautions remain important during the early week mini-heat wave, and the return of rain may affect traffic and event schedules.
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