Weather Update

Forecasters expect isolated thunderstorms to develop across parts of New Mexico on Tuesday, while other regions face elevated wildfire danger because of hot, dry, and windy conditions. Weather officials urge residents to monitor forecasts and remain prepared for rapidly changing weather.

Strong winds and dry conditions are expected to elevate wildfire danger across New Mexico on Sunday and Monday. Weather officials urge residents to remain alert as gusty winds and low humidity create conditions that could allow fires to spread rapidly.

After years of drier La Niña influences, a strengthening El Niño offers New Mexico hope for moisture relief — but also brings risks of extreme rain, flooding and unpredictable extremes in a warming climate.

Hot and dry conditions will continue across New Mexico through Monday, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s in Albuquerque and exceeding 100 degrees in parts of eastern and southeastern New Mexico. Heat advisories remain in effect for Chaves and Eddy counties, while a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms could return by midweek and continue into late next week.

As the summer season continues, wildfires across the state continue. This time, it's Osha Canyon in the North Sandia Mountains.