- WinterDec–Feb35°61°
- December34°58°
- January34°59°
- February38°65°
- SpringMar–May53°81°
- March45°72°
- April52°80°
- May61°89°
- SummerJun–Aug71°96°
- June70°97°
- July72°96°
- August71°94°
- AutumnSep–Nov53°79°
- September65°89°
- October53°80°
- November41°67°
El Paso, TX Weather by Month and Climate Averages
El Paso, TX gets 8.8 in of precipitation a year over about 48 rainy days, and about 2.8 in of snow a season. June is the warmest month (average high 97°F) and January the coldest (average low 34°F).
El Paso climate at a glance
Desert climate
El Paso, TX has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 58°F in December to 97°F in June. August is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
How much rain does El Paso get?
El Paso gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 48 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 84% of the US.
August is the wettest month, with 1.7 in. April is the driest, with 0.2 in. July has the most rainy days, about 8.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 78 days, to June 18, 2024.
See where El Paso ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Texas.
Does it snow in El Paso?
Yes. El Paso gets about 2.8 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 35.1 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.
See where El Paso ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
El Paso weather by month
El Paso weather in January
In January, El Paso averages a high of 59°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The January record high is 80°F (1970) and the record low is 3°F (1971).
El Paso weather in February
In February, El Paso averages a high of 65°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The February record high is 85°F (2016) and the record low is 1°F (2011). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Paso weather in March
In March, El Paso averages a high of 72°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The March record high is 96°F (2026) and the record low is 14°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Paso weather in April
In April, El Paso averages a high of 80°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The April record high is 98°F (1989) and the record low is 23°F (1983).
El Paso weather in May
In May, El Paso averages a high of 89°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The May record high is 105°F (2005) and the record low is 35°F (1970).
El Paso weather in June
In June, El Paso averages a high of 97°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The June record high is 114°F (1994) and the record low is 46°F (1988).
El Paso weather in July
In July, El Paso averages a high of 96°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The July record high is 112°F (1979) and the record low is 57°F (1979).
El Paso weather in August
In August, El Paso averages a high of 94°F and a low of 71°F. It gets 1.7 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The August record high is 112°F (2023) and the record low is 56°F (1973).
El Paso weather in September
In September, El Paso averages a high of 89°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 1.5 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The September record high is 106°F (2023) and the record low is 42°F (1975).
El Paso weather in October
In October, El Paso averages a high of 80°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 81% of daylight hours. The October record high is 96°F (1973) and the record low is 25°F (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Paso weather in November
In November, El Paso averages a high of 67°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The November record high is 87°F (1983) and the record low is 1°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Paso weather in December
In December, El Paso averages a high of 58°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The December record high is 80°F (1973) and the record low is 6°F (1987).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in El Paso
May is the sunniest month in El Paso, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest, at 60%. Over the year the sun shines about 71% of daylight hours. El Paso is sunnier than 98% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 42% and is lowest in May at 15%.
Wind averages 8 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 11 mph.
El Paso has about 114 days a year above 90°F. El Paso is hotter than 96% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 39 days a year.
See where El Paso ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in El Paso
The first fall freeze in El Paso typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around March 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 245 days.
El Paso weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the El Paso station is 114°F, on June 30, 1994. The coldest is 1°F, on November 29, 1976.
The wettest day on record brought 2.8 in of rain, on August 1, 2006.
37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +1.1°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit El Paso
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 61°F and lows near 35°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 81°F and lows near 53°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 96°F and lows near 71°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 53°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.39 in | 3 | 8 mph | 42% | 70% | 80° | 3° |
| February | 0.40 in | 3 | 9 mph | 35% | 66% | 85° | 1° |
| March | 0.24 in | 2 | 10 mph | 28% | 62% | 96° | 14° |
| April | 0.17 in | 1 | 11 mph | 18% | 77% | 98° | 23° |
| May | 0.43 in | 2 | 10 mph | 15% | 82% | 105° | 35° |
| June | 0.73 in | 3 | 9 mph | 21% | 70% | 114° | 46° |
| July | 1.6 in | 8 | 8 mph | 32% | 63% | 112° | 57° |
| August | 1.7 in | 8 | 7 mph | 36% | 60% | 112° | 56° |
| September | 1.5 in | 6 | 7 mph | 34% | 76% | 106° | 42° |
| October | 0.59 in | 4 | 7 mph | 31% | 81% | 96° | 25° |
| November | 0.43 in | 3 | 7 mph | 37% | 70% | 87° | 1° |
| December | 0.63 in | 4 | 8 mph | 38% | 71% | 80° | 6° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
El Paso climate questions
How much rain does El Paso get?
El Paso gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 48 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in El Paso?
August is the wettest month in El Paso, with 1.7 in. April is the driest, with 0.2 in.
How many rainy days does El Paso have a year?
El Paso has about 48 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 8.
Does it snow in El Paso?
Yes. El Paso gets about 2.8 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 35.1 in.
What is the hottest month in El Paso?
June is the warmest month in El Paso, with an average high of 97°F.
What is the coldest month in El Paso?
January is the coldest month in El Paso, with an average low of 34°F.
What is the record high temperature in El Paso?
The record high at the El Paso station is 114°F, set on June 30, 1994. The record low is 1°F, on November 29, 1976.
What is the sunniest month in El Paso?
May is the sunniest month in El Paso, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in El Paso?
The first fall freeze in El Paso typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around March 13.
What is the best time to visit El Paso?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station EL PASO INTL AP (12 km away).
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