El Paso, TX – Triple-digit temperatures return to West Texas on Saturday, July 26th, as El Paso braces for a dangerous heat surge with a high near 99°F and only light wind relief. The National Weather Service urges residents to avoid extended outdoor exposure, especially during peak afternoon hours when heat index values could top 100°F.
According to the NWS El Paso office, skies will remain sunny Saturday with calm east-southeast breezes at 5 mph. Heat-related illnesses are possible with prolonged exposure or exertion—residents should hydrate frequently, wear light clothing, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
Sunday brings slightly cooler highs in the upper 90s, but storm chances start creeping in late Sunday night. A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops before midnight and expands into Monday with a 40% chance of storms by Monday night. These storms may bring gusty winds, lightning, and localized flooding.
By Tuesday and Wednesday, expect scattered storms each afternoon (30% and 20% chance, respectively), with daily highs ranging from 93°F to 95°F. Evening lows hover in the mid-70s, keeping nights warm and humid.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for El Paso (Starting Saturday, July 26th):
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 99°F, wind SE at 5 mph
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 98°F, slight chance of PM storms
- Monday: Partly cloudy, high near 95°F, 40% chance of thunderstorms
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 93°F, 30% chance of storms after noon
- Wednesday: Hot and humid, high near 95°F, 20% chance of late-day storms
🚨 Extended Outlook:
Storm chances continue into next week, with afternoon pop-up storms likely through at least Thursday. The NWS will issue updates if Monday’s storms become severe.
⚠️ Stay alert, stay cool, and check back for updates.
