El Paso, TX – Sunshine will dominate much of Wednesday across El Paso, offering a brief break from the recent storm pattern before evening clouds and a slight chance of thunderstorms move back into the region. Afternoon highs are expected to reach near 96°F, making it one of the hottest days of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, calm winds early Wednesday will shift southeast at around 5 mph, with storm chances increasing slightly after midnight. While rainfall amounts are expected to remain light, any storms could bring brief downpours and gusty winds, especially along I-10 and in low-lying areas near the Rio Grande.
Thursday will see a similar setup—hot and mostly sunny during the day, with scattered storms developing by evening. The unsettled pattern will linger into the weekend, with the highest rain chances late Friday night into Saturday.
Residents should keep outdoor activities for Wednesday daytime but secure items ahead of potential nighttime storms. Stay alert for updates as evening approaches.
Five Day El Paso, TX Forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, storms possible late. High 96°F, low 74°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of storms. High 96°F, low 73°F
- Friday: Chance of storms after noon. High 94°F, low 72°F
- Saturday: Chance of storms. High 92°F, low 72°F
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy with storm chances. High 92°F, low 72°F
