El Paso, Texas – Sweltering summer heat is set to dominate El Paso starting Friday, August 1st, with temperatures surging to near 101°F by afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in El Paso, high pressure will intensify across the Borderland, pushing daytime highs into the triple digits and keeping skies mostly sunny through the weekend. Friday’s high is expected to reach 101°F, with light southeast winds offering little relief. Drivers along I-10 and outdoor workers should prepare for prolonged heat exposure from midday through early evening.
Humidity will remain low, but consecutive days of hot, dry weather will elevate the risk of heat-related illness and fire danger. Residents are urged to stay indoors during peak heat hours, hydrate frequently, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
Saturday will be equally intense with a forecasted high near 98°F, followed by a scorching Sunday that could top 102°F. Winds stay light and variable, with no rain expected through early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for El Paso (August 1–6):
- Friday, Aug. 1: Mostly sunny, high near 101°F. Southeast winds up to 8 mph.
- Saturday, Aug. 2: Sunny and hot, high near 98°F. Calm wind becoming east in the afternoon.
- Sunday, Aug. 3: Mostly sunny, high near 102°F. Southwest wind 6 mph.
- Monday, Aug. 4: Partly cloudy overnight, low around 78°F.
- Tuesday, Aug. 5: Sunny and hot, high near 102°F.
- Wednesday, Aug. 6: Sunny and dry, high near 100°F.
