El Paso, Texas – Scorching heat is building across West Texas this week, with El Paso set to hit triple digits by Friday and a slight chance for storms Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service, high temperatures will climb steadily—peaking near 94°F on Wednesday and reaching 100°F by Friday afternoon. Wednesday night brings a 20% chance of thunderstorms before skies clear again. Winds will shift throughout the week, with gusts up to 22 mph Tuesday afternoon along I-10, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions.
Sunny skies dominate the forecast, but midweek instability could bring brief lightning or wind threats overnight Wednesday. Motorists traveling along U.S. 54 and I-10 should remain alert for shifting wind directions and low visibility in dust-prone areas.
Daytime highs will soar through the upper 90s and top out near 102°F by Saturday. Overnight lows remain in the low 70s, offering little relief. Residents should hydrate, limit outdoor activity during peak sun, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets. Power usage may surge late week—consider reducing consumption during peak afternoon hours.
Though storm chances are slim, the NWS reminds residents that dry lightning and sudden wind shifts can still cause localized hazards, especially in arid terrain.
Hot weather persists into the weekend. More heat alerts may follow if Saturday’s 102°F high holds.
🌤 Five-Day Forecast for El Paso, TX (June 3–7)
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 91°F. Winds up to 22 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 94°F. 20% chance of storms Wednesday night.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 95°F. Winds calm.
- Friday: Mostly clear, high near 100°F. Low 73°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 102°F.
