Monday, April 27, started crisp and quiet in El Paso, with mostly clear, very dry skies and temperatures around 61°F at El Paso International Airport. By afternoon, those calm vibes give way to a warm-up into the mid-80s and a noticeable pickup in west winds. After sunset, the breeze backs off, and overnight lows should dip into the upper 50s.
Afternoon Heat And Dusty Gusts
Expect a high near 84°F this afternoon (Monday, April 27) with west winds of 6 to 15 mph and gusts up to about 21 mph. Those gusts can stir up patchy dust in exposed desert corridors, making things tricky for high-profile vehicles during late-day errands and school pickups. Tie down loose patio furniture and give yourself a little extra drive time, according to the National Weather Service El Paso office.
Fire Danger In The Nearby Mountains
A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM MDT today (Monday, April…..