Increasing Chances For T-Storms.
Mother Nature Won't Deliver. Click On The Photos To Enlarge Them. Distant dissipating high based t-storms SW of Artesia, NM. These high based storms produce more wind and lightning than much needed rainfall. This alfalfa hay field in Atoka, south of Artesia, is being irrigated by side-row sprinklers, utilizing Artesian water wells. Even so, many of the local farmers and ranchers, continue to struggle with the extreme drought, heat, and water shortage issues. Next Five Days Offer Hope For Rain. Click On The Maps To Enlarge Them. NWS HPC 5-Day Precipitation Forecast. Valid From 6 AM This Morning - 6 AM Tue, Jul 26th. Most of the Land of Enchantment is forecast to see some much needed rainfall over the next five days. Some areas will see locally heavy rainfall totals, especially over and near the mountains. Water Vapor Satellite Image At 7:45 AM This Morning. Sub-tropical moisture (monsoonal flow) from deep within Mexico, co...