Weather Update

Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Renewed Flash Flood Threats to Parts of New Mexico This Weekend

Monsoonal storms will bring heavy rain and flash-flood risks to New Mexico through Monday, targeting burn scars, urban areas, and low-lying areas.

Heavy Rain Raises Flash Flood Risk Across Parts of New Mexico

Near-record moisture could bring torrential rain and flash flooding across New Mexico as thunderstorms intensify through Friday.

Scorching Heat and Daily Thunderstorms Ahead for New Mexico

Dangerous heat builds across central and eastern New Mexico this weekend with highs in the upper 90s to low 100s. Scattered thunderstorms will bring lightning, gusty winds and flash flood risk daily through early next week. Stay hydrated and weather-aware.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Parts of New Mexico as Monsoon Storms Build

Flash Flood Watch issued for Ruidoso burn scars and western New Mexico as storms bring heavy rain, flooding risks, and afternoon thunderstorm activity.

Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warning Across New Mexico Due to Monsoon Storms

Monsoon storms continue across parts of New Mexico to start the week, bringing heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds, and the potential for localized flooding. Forecasters urge residents to stay weather aware as seasonal moisture fuels widespread afternoon and evening thunderstorms.

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NWS Issues Flood Watch as Heavy Rain, Storms to Persist Across New Mexico Despite Brief Lull

Thunderstorms are expected to persist across New Mexico this week, bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds and a continued risk of flash flooding.

Final 8 P.M. Sunsets Alert: Albuquerque Has One Week Left Before Summer Evenings Fade

Albuquerque's final 8 p.m. sunsets of 2026 end this week. Starting Aug. 12, the sun sets before 8 p.m. as daylight continues to shrink.

Hundreds of Fish Found Dead in Monastery Lake as Heat Triggers Massive Fish Kill

Many fish are dying in Monastery Lake due to high temperatures. Residents worry about the foul odor coming from the lake, and authorities are planning to close it.

‘Light the Way’: APS Chief Rallies Educators on First Day Back to Inspire Student Success

Nearly 7,000 educators gathered for the 2026 APS Rising: Educator Summit, where Durán Blakey highlighted efforts to build a brighter future for every student.

Heat Advisory: Albuquerque, Santa Fe May See Temperatures Up to 105 Degrees

Residents in Albuquerque and Santa Fe are urged to take heat safety precautions as temperatures may reach 105 degrees.