Weather Update

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

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.

Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to persist in western and northern New Mexico this evening.

Forecasters expect smoke to decrease and thunderstorm chances to increase across New Mexico on Sunday as monsoon moisture returns. While improving air quality will benefit many communities, officials warn that some storms could still produce heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds, and localized flooding.

Monsoon moisture is moving into New Mexico this week, bringing higher chances for showers and thunderstorms across much of the state. Weather experts warn that while the rainfall may provide relief from dry conditions, some storms could produce heavy rain, strong winds, lightning, and localized flooding.