Weather Update

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.

Heading Out? Heavy Rain, Lightning to Hit Several Areas on Wednesday Night

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

Smoke Expected to Ease Across New Mexico as Storms Move In

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.

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‘It sounded like an F-16’: Pipeline Blast Near New Mexico-Colorado Border Sends Flames Into New Mexico Sky, Sparked Wildfire

Residents near the New Mexico-Colorado border described a terrifying pipeline explosion that shook the ground, knocked out power and sent flames towering into the sky before igniting a wildland fire.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Four on Interstate 40, NMSP Confirms

Authorities reported a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 after a commercial truck crossed the median and hit two vehicles on Sunday.

‘We’ll Take Your Hand’: Tomasita’s Employees Find Temporary Work After Fire Forces Restaurant Closure

After a fire forced Tomasita’s to close last week, more than 25 of its employees have found temporary jobs at other establishments, allowing them to stay employed and earn income during the Balloon Fiesta.

Just Like a Movie: “Up”-Inspired 94-Balloon Cluster Soars at 2026 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

A 94-balloon cluster inspired by the iconic Disney-Pixar film “Up” became one of the standout sights at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday. The cluster made its way to Arizona early Sunday morning.

PNM Says It Will Cooperate if Investigated After PRC Staff Urge Formal Probe Over Higher Than Normal Bills

PNM says it is ready to provide information to regulators after New Mexico Public Regulation Commission staff asked commissioners to authorize a formal investigation into skyrocketing electric bills linked to estimated meter readings that began in Alamogordo and Ruidoso and spread statewide.