Rain and snow continue through tonight across New Mexico
Heavy rain and mountain snow remain in the forecast tonight for northern and eastern New Mexico, particularly across the Sangre de Cristo Mountains where more than two feet of snow has already accumulated over the last 24 hours. Meanwhile, eastern New Mexico has seen over an inch of rainfall, with scattered showers and thunderstorms spreading throughout much of the state by Tuesday afternoon.
The snow level is hovering around 8,000 feet, meaning higher elevations in northern New Mexico are experiencing heavy snow, while valleys and lower terrain are getting steady rain. A Flood Watch remains in effect for northern and northeastern New Mexico through 6 PM, and a Winter Storm Warning continues until 10 PM in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Some of the precipitation—both rain and snow—could still be intense at times through late Tuesday night, gradually diminishing into Wednesday morning. However, spotty rain showers and high-elevation snow may persist into the early hours of Wednesday.
Midweek forecast: less intense storms, warming begins
By Wednesday afternoon, a new round of isolated showers and storms will form, especially in the north and west, though coverage will be lighter than the previous days. Rainfall amounts are expected to be lower, and the atmosphere will begin warming slowly after a stretch of below-average temperatures. The warming trend will become more noticeable by Thursday and Friday, with drier conditions and just a few afternoon thunderstorms, primarily over the mountain areas.
Looking ahead: weekend showers, Mother’s Day sunshine
Another active system is set to impact the state Saturday afternoon, bringing a higher chance for showers and storms, particularly across western, northern, and central New Mexico. As usual, the mountains will bear the brunt of the heaviest precipitation. Temperatures will continue climbing, reaching above-average highs by Sunday, just in time for Mother’s Day. Expect sunny, dry conditions with light winds. The dry weather pattern appears to extend into early next week, although gusty winds may return on Tuesday.
