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Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
When is the first day of summer 2025? What to know about the summer solstice
While scorching temperatures have made it feel like summer, the official start of the season is set to begin. The first day of summer is Friday, June 20, as marked by the summer solstice, or the longest day of the year. "The Northern Hemisphere's tilt toward the Sun is greatest on this day," according to NASA. "This means the Sun travels its longest, highest arc across the sky all year for those north of the equator." During the summer solstice, the Earth's tilt brings its northernmost point closer to the sun, resulting in more sunlight. The solstice itself only lasts moments, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Here's what to know about summer 2025. The first day of summer begins at 8:42 p.m. MT/9:42 p.m. CT on Friday, June 20. Summer ends with the autumnal equinox, which takes place on Sunday, September 22. Unlike the summer solstice which is the longest day of the year, the autumnal equinox marks an equal day and night, lasting around 12 hours each, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The summer solstice marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Meanwhile, the Southern Hemisphere will greet winter with its winter solstice. The date of the summer solstice can fall at any point between June 20 and June 22, depending on the year, according to the NWS. In 2024, the solstice fell on Thursday, June 20. The Almanac predicts a gradual buildup of warm temperatures. June is expected to be near normal in most regions, while July and August will bring above-normal temperatures. Texas and Oklahoma could see temperatures 4°F above normal. The Heartland states (including Kansas and Iowa) will be 4°F above normal, while the Deep South and Desert Southwest will experience significantly warmer conditions. USA Today contributed to this story. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. More: Things to do in Ruidoso: Where to stay, eat and play to have fun this summer This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: When is the first day of summer? Details on the longest day of 2025
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
El Paso is No. 2 'Best Big City to Live in the US,' according to US News & World Report
El Paso is one of the top big cities to live in, according to a report by U.S News and World Report. The Sun City landed in the No. 2 spot for the publication's "Best Big Cities to Live in the U.S. in 2025-2026" list, beating out other Texas metros like Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Houston. To top the list, a place must earn high scores in criteria such as desirability and quality of life. El Paso earned the ranking because of its lower-than-average cost of living, warm weather, average commute time, income and rent. According to U.S. News and World Report, El Paso has an average commute time of 21 minutes, a median home value of $175,800, a median household income of $57,754, and a median monthly rent of $883. The cost of living in El Paso is lower than the national average, and housing costs are significantly lower than those in other major metropolitan areas, including Houston and Austin, the report noted. Overall, El Paso received a 6.2/10 overall score, alongside first place Oklahoma City. "Today, El Paso attracts a wide variety of residents with its array of recreational and cultural offerings," the report said. "El Paso gets a bad rap for its proximity to Juarez, Mexico. But the metro area is safer than you might think, and job opportunities here can be found in a number of fields, from government to health care." El Paso also landed on other lists by U.S. News and Report, including No. 32 in "Best Place to Live in Texas," and No. 56 in "Best Places to Retire." Here is where other Texas cities landed on the "Best Big Cities to live in the U.S" list: No. 3. Austin No. 4. Ft. Worth No. 6. San Antonio No. 10. Houston No. 13. Dallas Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. More: El Paso crowned Boot Capital of Texas, led by Lucchese, Rocketbuster, Tony Lama This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Report: El Paso lands No. 2 spot in 'Best Big City to Live in the US'
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wind back in El Paso, New Mexico on Sunday. Expect low visibility, blowing dust
Wind and dust are moving back into the region, triggering a high wind watch in Southern New Mexico and a dust storm warning and fire weather watch in El Paso. A dust storm warning was in effect until 8:45 p.m. Sunday, April 27, in the El Paso area, according to the National Weather Service Office. In Juárez, the dust storm delayed for more than an hour the start of the highly-anticipated Liga Mx's play-in game for the league's playoffs between the FC Juárez Bravos and the UNAM Pumas. Winds in Southern New Mexico could reach up to 35 miles per hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour beginning in the afternoon on Sunday, April 27. Blowing dust is also expected in the area, which includes Las Cruces, Deming, Hatch, Ruidoso, and Alamogordo. While El Paso was not part of the initial high wind watch for now, the Sun City may see gusts up to 50 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. El Paso and the surrounding region may also experience low visibility due to blowing dust starting at noon on Sunday. Visibility could drop less than a mile for some, with these areas expected to have the greatest risk for dust: I-10 between Deming and Las Cruces I-10 between El Paso and Las Cruces NM-11 between Columbus and Deming NM-9 between Columbus and El Paso NM-26 between Deming and Hatch Here are some tips for driving through low visibility, courtesy of the National Weather Service. Pull off the road as far as possible. Stop and turn off all lights. Set the emergency brake. Take foot off the brake, and make sure tail lights are not illuminated. El Paso and nearby counties will be under a fire weather watch on Sunday afternoon. A fire weather watch is issued when the combination of dry fuels and weather conditions supports extreme fire danger. People should avoid open flames or sparks, keep vehicles off grass and properly discard cigarettes. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. Reporter Daniel Borunda contributed to this report. More: Here's what to know about NFL schedule release date announced during 2025 NFL Draft This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Wind, blowing dust back in El Paso, New Mexico today
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
High wind warning, blowing dust advisory, red flag warning issued in El Paso for Tuesday
Strong winds and dust are expected back in El Paso, triggering a high wind warning and blowing dust advisory for parts of West Texas and Southern New Mexico. Both will be in effect beginning at noon on Tuesday, March 18, as winds are expected to reach up to 45 miles per hour and gusts up to 70 miles per hour. The weather conditions will create poor visibility and air quality. A high wind warning is issued when sustained winds reach at least 40 miles per hour for one hour or more or wind gusts are at least 58 miles per hour. A blowing dust advisory is a long duration event of widespread or localized blowing dust reducing visibilities to one mile or less, but greater than a quarter mile. The winds are expected to move out of the region by 9 p.m. on Tuesday night, and subside for Wednesday, with breezy conditions for the rest of the week, according to the National Weather Service. El Paso and parts of Southwestern New Mexico will also be under a red flag warning from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday as strong winds and low humidity create an increased risk for fire danger. During this time, people should not throw cigarettes or matches out of a moving vehicle, extinguish all outdoor fires properly, and not leave a fire unattended. Here are some tips for driving through low visibility, courtesy of the National Weather Service. Pull off the road as far as possible. Stop and turn off all lights. Set the emergency brake. Take foot off the brake, and make sure taillights are not illuminated. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. More: FEMA blocks reimbursement funds to El Paso charities, demanding immigrant names This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: High wind warning, blowing dust advisory issued in El Paso for Tuesday
