El Paso, Texas – Texas wakes up to crisp air this morning, with cold pavement and clear skies setting the tone across far West Texas. In El Paso, jackets feel necessary at sunrise, but sunshine quickly softens the chill as the day unfolds.
According to the National Weather Service in El Paso, temperatures hover near freezing early, then rebound into the mid to upper 50s by afternoon. Winds stay light, keeping conditions calm for commuters and morning school drop-offs. Roads remain dry, though shaded spots can still feel slick during the coldest hours.
The bigger weather story is unfolding far from the Borderland. Nearly half of the Great Lakes are frozen, a setup that continues to fuel lake-effect snow across the Midwest and interior Northeast through Friday. That cold air mass stretches southward, reinforcing winter across the Plains while the Pacific Northwest deals with steady rain and mountain snow.
Closer to home, El Paso stays dry and quiet through the end of the workweek. Nights remain cold, with lows dipping into the lower 30s, raising the risk of brief flash-freezing where moisture lingers from irrigation or early-morning condensation. Drivers should stay alert on bridges and overpasses around dawn.
By Friday and into the weekend, afternoons trend milder. Sunshine dominates, highs push toward the upper 50s, and outdoor plans look favorable. For now, layers are key early, lighter clothing by mid-afternoon, and pets should be brought indoors at night.
Looking ahead, national outlooks suggest colder air sliding east next week while the Southwest holds onto dry conditions. More updates are expected as February approaches. Feeling the cold this morning? Tell us how temperatures compare in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for El Paso, Texas
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High near 56°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny. High near 58°F.
- Friday: Sunny and mild. High near 57°F.
- Saturday: Sunny. High near 58°F.
- Sunday: Sunny. High near 59°F.
