Valid Today Through 5 AM MST Sunday.
As Of 5:30 AM MST Thursday Morning.
As Of 6:30 AM MST Thursday.
Major Widespread Winter Storm Underway.
Road closures, downed Power lines, and a heavy wet snow are already causing problems across the northern one-half of New Mexico early this Thursday morning (7 AM MST). Early snowfall reports this morning indicate that 12.0" has fallen in Las Vegas, 12.0 " 10.1 SSE of Tijeras, 10.0" 1 mile SSW of Moriarty, and 9.1" in Cedar Crest. With much more to come.
049 FXUS65 KABQ 071225 AAA AFDABQ Area Forecast Discussion...UPDATED National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 525 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...New AVIATION... .KEY MESSAGES... Updated at 513 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 - A major winter storm will continue to impact portions of the state with heavy snowfall and blizzard-like conditions through Friday night. Expect dangerous travel conditions and several road closures. - Some roads may be closed for an extended period of time due to heavy snowfall and drifts that may exceed 6 feet in depth. - The weight of wet snow on trees and fall foliage will result in downed branches that can fall on power lines. Power outages are likely, and have already been reported. && .SYNOPSIS... Issued at 219 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 Last week, New Mexico enjoyed record heat, and now Mother Nature is bringing record snowfall to several locations in the northern high terrain and adjacent highlands. A major, slow-moving, winter storm continues to impact the region with heavy snow accumulations already reported. Through late Friday night, an additional 6 to 18 inches can be expected across the northwest and west central high terrain. Similar amounts can be expected for the mountains east of Albuquerque eastward to near Santa Rosa. The greatest amounts and impacts will be in the Sangre de Cristos into the northeast plains where an additional 1 to 4 feet are expected, greatest across the mountain peaks. Strong winds in this region will also create near blizzard conditions. The weight of the snow can snap tree branches that may result in power outages. The storm will depart the region on Saturday morning, leaving well below normal temperatures in its wake due to lingering snow cover. This snow cover could also lead to areas of freezing fog during the overnight hours. && .SHORT TERM... (Today through Friday Night) Issued at 219 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 A strong upper level low pressure system centered over east central AZ early this morning will track gradually eastward over southwest and south central parts of the forecast area today and tonight, then lift northeastward across eastern areas on Friday, before exiting northeastward across the panhandles and into KS on Friday night. The storm system has a nice moisture tap, and it has drawn rich low level moisture into the state behind a backdoor cold front overnight. The upper level dynamics with this slow- moving power house of a storm are also very strong leading to heavy snow that has already fallen in the mountains and over east slope locations, including around 9 inches in Santa Fe. The heavy snow will continue over the mountains, adjacent east slopes, the upper Rio Grande Valley and Santa Fe, as well as northeast areas and western parts of the eastern plains today through tonight. Southeast areas from Clovis to Roswell and Duncan will probably remain a little too warm to accumulate snow. Additional snow amounts of 1 to locally over 3 feet will favor the mountains and northeast areas, as well as the east central highlands. Only a few additional inches are forecast at lower elevations west of the continental divide, with lighter amounts in the middle Rio Grande Valley...except for up to 5 additional inches in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque`s west mesa. Tucumcari ASOS has been reporting unknown precip early this morning, and forecast soundings suggest some freezing rain in the mix along I-40 as far west as Santa Rosa this morning. There will also be some embedded thunderstorms today mainly over southern and eastern areas. Precip coverage and intensity will decrease from the southwest on Friday with snow showers lingering over the northern mountains and northeast Friday night. Tonight into Friday morning, areas of fog and freezing fog are forecast as the cloud cover begins to decrease from the southwest. More freezing fog will be possible Friday night into Saturday morning. Lastly, the Roswell area will probably have its first freeze of the season Friday night into Saturday morning. &&
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ210-213>216-227-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241109T0000Z/ Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches are expected for the Upper Rio Grande Valley, 12 to 18 inches for the Tusas Mountains, and 24 to 36 inches in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Johnson and Bartlett Mesas. Locally higher amounts cannot be ruled out. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph, creating near blizzard conditions. Snow drifts in excess of 6 feet are likely. * WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas Mountains Including Chama, Upper Rio Grande Valley, and Johnson and Bartlett Mesas Including Raton Pass. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel is highly discouraged. Many road closures are likely. Avoid traveling if possible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds will bring down tree branches that can result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing and drifting snow may limit visibility to near zero at times, creating dangerous travel conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ204-206>208-211-217-241-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ Northwest Highlands-West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands- Southwest Mountains-Jemez Mountains-Espanola Valley-San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 to 6 inches, except 6 to 12 inches above 7,500 feet. Areas of dense freezing fog could develop overnight. * WHERE...San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands, Espanola Valley, Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands, Southwest Mountains, West Central Highlands, and West Central Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially along Interstate 40 between Grants and Gallup. Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Meanwhile, power outages can be expected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ212-218-221>224-226-233-239-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-Santa Fe Metro Area-Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-South Central Mountains- Guadalupe County-Eastern Lincoln County- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches are expected below 7,500 feet, with 8 and 16 inches above 7500 feet. Locally higher amounts cannot be ruled out. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow and poor visibility. * WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood, Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass, Santa Fe Metro Area, Estancia Valley, Central Highlands, South Central Highlands, South Central Mountains, Guadalupe County, and Eastern Lincoln County. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially along parts of Interstate 40 east of Albuquerque and Interstate 25 through Santa Fe to Las Vegas. Some roads will be closed. Significant travel delays are possible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing and drifting snow may limit visibility to near zero at times, creating dangerous travel conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ228>232-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241109T0000Z/ Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet with a sharp gradient in eastern San Miguel, eastern Harding and southern Union counties where 2 to 8 inches are likely. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph, creating near blizzard conditions and snow drifts in excess of 6 feet. * WHERE...Eastern San Miguel County, Far Northeast Highlands, Harding County, Northeast Highlands, and Union County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel is highly discouraged. Many road closures are likely. Avoid traveling if possible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches that can result in power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ201>203-205-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241108T0000Z/ Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches, except 4 to 8 inches in the Chuska Mountains. Areas of dense freezing fog could develop overnight. * WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands, Chuska Mountains, Northwest Plateau, and West Central Plateau. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. This includes along portions of Interstate 40 and U.S. Highway 550. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute. Isolated power outages can be expected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ219-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 5 inches, greatest along the Albuquerque West Mesa and Rio Rancho. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, mainly near canyons. Dense freezing fog could develop overnight. * WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Check road conditions before heading out. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches that can result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing and drifting snow may limit visibility to near zero at times, creating difficult travel conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ234-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-241109T0000Z/ Quay County- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow. Freezing rain will mix with the snow during the morning hours. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches, particularly in the western and northern portions of Quay County. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Quay County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This includes portions of Interstate 40. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$ 44/DPorterURGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ237-071930- /O.EXA.KABQ.WW.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ De Baca County- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches, particularly in northwest De Baca County. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...De Baca County. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Albuquerque NM 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ220-225-071930- /O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ Lower Rio Grande Valley-Upper Tularosa Valley- 422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Lower Rio Grande Valley and Upper Tularosa Valley. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This includes portions of I-25. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ414>416-072100- /O.CON.KEPZ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet- Including the cities of Mescalero, Sacramento, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Sunspot, Pinon, Cloudcroft, Mountain Park, and Timberon 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Total snow accumulations of 3-6". * WHERE...Sacramento Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ426-072100- /O.CON.KEPZ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-241108T0600Z/ Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range- Including the cities of Kingston and Lake Roberts 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Total snow accumulations of 1-3". * WHERE...Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For additional information, visit us at http://www.weather.gov/epz KS
Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ414>416-072100- /O.CON.KEPZ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/ West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet-Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet-East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet- Including the cities of Mescalero, Sacramento, Apache Summit, Mayhill, Sunspot, Pinon, Cloudcroft, Mountain Park, and Timberon 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Total snow accumulations of 3-6". * WHERE...Sacramento Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 NMZ426-072100- /O.CON.KEPZ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-241108T0600Z/ Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range- Including the cities of Kingston and Lake Roberts 453 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Total snow accumulations of 1-3". * WHERE...Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For additional information, visit us at http://www.weather.gov/epz KS
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