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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.
&&
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.
&& $$
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024
NMZ219-071930-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/
Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area-
422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 5
inches, greatest along the Albuquerque West Mesa and Rio Rancho.
Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, mainly near canyons. Dense
freezing fog could develop overnight.
* WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro
Area.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Check road conditions
before heading out. The hazardous conditions will impact the
Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring
down tree branches that can result in isolated power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing and drifting snow may limit
visibility to near zero at times, creating difficult travel
conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
&& $$
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.
&& $$ 44/DPorter
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024
NMZ237-071930-
/O.EXA.KABQ.WW.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-241108T1800Z/
De Baca County-
422 AM MST Thu Nov 7 2024
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches,
particularly in northwest De Baca County. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph.
* WHERE...De Baca County.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.
&& $$
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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