Weather Update

Severe Weather Alerts Issued Across Parts of New Mexico as Storm Threat Persists

Parts of New Mexico remain under severe weather alerts as forecasters warn of thunderstorms, damaging rainfall, strong winds, and flash flooding.

110° in Roswell: New Mexico’s Southeast Swelters Under Scorching Heat, With No Quick Relief in Sight

Southeastern New Mexico sweltered under some of the most intense heat of the season Wednesday, as temperatures in the lower Pecos River Valley approached 110 degrees. While much of the Rio Grande Valley climbed into the low-to-mid 100s, the southeast bore the brunt of the dangerous conditions.

Heat Waves Continues; Flash Flood Risk Rises Near Ruidoso Burn Scars

Heat waves continue across the state, and the risk of flash flooding persists near Ruidoso Burn Scars.

Why the Monsoon is New Mexico’s Deadliest Weather Season

New Mexico harbors a quieter, more localized killer. The North American Monsoon brings a volatile combination of high-desert geography, violent atmospheric shifts, and catastrophic flash floods—making it statistically the state's deadliest weather phenomenon.

A Massive Wall of Dust is Barreling Toward Albuquerque at 20 mph— And Drivers Could Lose Visibility in Seconds

The National Weather Service issued a dust advisory Tuesday as a fast-moving wall of dust swept across the Albuquerque metro area, bringing wind gusts over 40 mph and sharply reduced visibility along major highways, including Interstates 25 and 40.

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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.

‘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.

NWS: Record Heat, Storms Hit New Mexico

Moderate to major heat risk grips lower elevations across New Mexico, with record highs likely. Storms may bring gusty winds, heavy rain and lightning. Smoke could lower air quality.

Dead Fish Wash Up From New Mexico to Minnesota as Extreme Heat Fuels Growing Freshwater Crisis

Extreme heat and low oxygen killed hundreds of fish in Monastery Lake, alarming residents and raising concerns over climate-driven stress on waterways.

New Mexico Supreme Court Clears New Program Sans Bar Exam to Ease Severe Lawyer Shortage

New Mexico will allow law grads to skip the traditional bar exam by completing 675 supervised hours to help ease severe attorney shortages.