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Fire Weather Watch
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
558 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING
FOR MUCH OF EASTERN NEW MEXICO DUE TO VERY STRONG WINDS...
.A vigorous storm system and associated cold front will sweep
from west to east over northern and central New Mexico Sunday.
Very strong to damaging downslope winds may result in drier
humidities than predicted with fine fuels supportive of carrying
fire.
NMZ104-123 [login to see] 00-
/O.CON.KABQ.FW.A.0002.230226T1800Z-230227T0200Z/
Northeast Plains-Northeast Highlands-Central Highlands-
East Central Plains-
558 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
* AREA AND TIMING...Northeast Plains (zone 104), East Central
Plains (zone 126), Northeast Highlands (zone 123) and Central
Highlands (zone 125).
* 20 FOOT WINDS...Southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 to 70
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Around 20 to 25 percent although very
strong winds are expected to result in lower humidities.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Fire Weather Watch.
&&
$$
High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
402 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
NMZ212-215-221>240-252215-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.A.0006.230226T1600Z-230227T0800Z/
Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-East Slopes Sangre de
Cristo Mountains-Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-
Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper
Tularosa Valley-South Central Mountains-Johnson and Bartlett
Mesas Including Raton Pass-Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast
Highlands-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De
Baca County-Chaves County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest
Chaves County-
402 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts of 65 to 75 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, and southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Damage may occur to mobile homes,
roofs, sheds, barns, outbuildings, and fences. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing
dust may created reduced visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of blowing snow creating
reduced visibility is possible in the Sacramento mountains,
central highlands, and east slopes of the Sangre de Cristo
Mountains Sunday afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Hazardous driving conditions can be
expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles who
should consider delaying travel.
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Current conditions at
Las Vegas Municipal Airport (KLVS)
Lat: 35.66°NLon: 105.14°WElev: 6867ft.
Fair
48°F 9°C
Humidity 30%
Wind Speed S 16 mph
Barometer 30.22 in (1020.1 mb)
Dewpoint 18°F (-8°C)
Visibility 10.00 mi
Wind Chill 42°F (6°C)
Last update 25 Feb 8:53 am MST
Detailed Forecast
TodayPartly sunny, with a high near 61. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
TonightMostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
SundayA chance of rain and snow showers after noon. Areas of blowing snow after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 53. Windy, with a southwest wind 15 to 25 mph increasing to 35 to 45 mph. Winds could gust as high as 65 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Sunday NightMostly clear, with a low around 25. Windy, with a west wind 30 to 35 mph decreasing to 20 to 25 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
MondaySunny, with a high near 53. Breezy, with a west wind around 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Monday NightMostly clear, with a low around 26.
TuesdaySunny, with a high near 50. Breezy.
Tuesday NightMostly clear, with a low around 22. Breezy.
WednesdayMostly sunny, with a high near 46. Breezy.
Wednesday NightA 20 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20.
ThursdayA slight chance of rain and snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 41. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Thursday NightMostly clear, with a low around 18.
FridaySunny, with a high near 52.
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KABQ (Albuquerque Intl, NM, US)
SCT140 BKN170 BKN240/ 10SM
Temperature: 4.4°C ( 40°F)
Dewpoint: -4.4°C ( 24°F) [RH = 53%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg (1023.1 mb)
WINDS: CALM / Temperature: 4.4°C ( 40°F)
Dewpoint: -4.4°C ( 24°F) [RH = 53%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg :
WINDS; CALM/ VIRGA E-SE
---------------------------
KAEG (Albuquerque/Double E, NM, US)
CLR 10SM
Temperature: 6.0°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -6.0°C ( 21°F) [RH = 42%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: NNE 8MPH/
----------------------------------
KALM (Alamogordo/White San, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 13.0°C ( 55°F)
Dewpoint: -7.0°C ( 19°F) [RH = 24%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.17 inches Hg
WINDS: VRB 5MPH/
----------------------------------
KATS (Artesia Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -2.0°C ( 28°F) [RH = 60%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.25 inches Hg
WINDS: SOUTHEAST 8MPH
----------------------------
KCNM (Carlsbad/Cavern City, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -1.7°C ( 29°F) [RH = 62%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: ESE 3MPH
--------------------------
KCQC (Clines Corners(AUTO), NM, US)
FEW120/ 10SM
Temperature: 6.1°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -6.7°C ( 20°F) [RH = 39%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.26 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
------------------------------
KCVS (Clovis/Cannon AFB, NM, US)
SCT160 SCT200 / 10SM
Temperature: 6.0°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -1.4°C ( 29°F) [RH = 59%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg
WINDS: WSW 5MPH
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KGNT (Grants-Milan Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 1.4°C ( 35°F)
Dewpoint: -5.1°C ( 23°F) [RH = 62%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: SSE 3MPH
-------------------------------------
KGUP (Gallup Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 1.1°C ( 34°F)
Dewpoint: -2.2°C ( 28°F) [RH = 79%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.18 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
--------------------------------
KHOB (Hobbs Arpt, NM, US)
BKN018/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -2.0°C ( 28°F) [RH = 60%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: ESE 9MPH
-----------------------------------
KLVS (Las Vegas Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 8.9°C ( 48°F)
Dewpoint: -7.8°C ( 18°F) [RH = 30%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: SOUTH 16MPH
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KROW (Roswell/Ind Arpt, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.6°C ( 42°F)
Dewpoint: -2.2°C ( 28°F) [RH = 57%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: VRBL 3MPH
--------------------------
KSAF (Santa Fe Cnty Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 2.8°C ( 37°F)
Dewpoint: -5.6°C ( 22°F) [RH = 54%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: NORTH 16MPH/
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KTCS (Truth or Consequence, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 7.8°C ( 46°F)
Dewpoint: -6.1°C ( 21°F) [RH = 37%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.18 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
================================
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
558 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING
FOR MUCH OF EASTERN NEW MEXICO DUE TO VERY STRONG WINDS...
.A vigorous storm system and associated cold front will sweep
from west to east over northern and central New Mexico Sunday.
Very strong to damaging downslope winds may result in drier
humidities than predicted with fine fuels supportive of carrying
fire.
NMZ104-123 [login to see] 00-
/O.CON.KABQ.FW.A.0002.230226T1800Z-230227T0200Z/
Northeast Plains-Northeast Highlands-Central Highlands-
East Central Plains-
558 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
* AREA AND TIMING...Northeast Plains (zone 104), East Central
Plains (zone 126), Northeast Highlands (zone 123) and Central
Highlands (zone 125).
* 20 FOOT WINDS...Southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 to 70
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Around 20 to 25 percent although very
strong winds are expected to result in lower humidities.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Fire Weather Watch.
&&
$$
High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
402 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
NMZ212-215-221>240-252215-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.A.0006.230226T1600Z-230227T0800Z/
Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-East Slopes Sangre de
Cristo Mountains-Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-
Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper
Tularosa Valley-South Central Mountains-Johnson and Bartlett
Mesas Including Raton Pass-Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast
Highlands-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De
Baca County-Chaves County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest
Chaves County-
402 AM MST Sat Feb 25 2023
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts of 65 to 75 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, and southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Damage may occur to mobile homes,
roofs, sheds, barns, outbuildings, and fences. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing
dust may created reduced visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of blowing snow creating
reduced visibility is possible in the Sacramento mountains,
central highlands, and east slopes of the Sangre de Cristo
Mountains Sunday afternoon.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Hazardous driving conditions can be
expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles who
should consider delaying travel.
----------------------------------
Current conditions at
Las Vegas Municipal Airport (KLVS)
Lat: 35.66°NLon: 105.14°WElev: 6867ft.
Fair
48°F 9°C
Humidity 30%
Wind Speed S 16 mph
Barometer 30.22 in (1020.1 mb)
Dewpoint 18°F (-8°C)
Visibility 10.00 mi
Wind Chill 42°F (6°C)
Last update 25 Feb 8:53 am MST
Detailed Forecast
TodayPartly sunny, with a high near 61. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
TonightMostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
SundayA chance of rain and snow showers after noon. Areas of blowing snow after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 53. Windy, with a southwest wind 15 to 25 mph increasing to 35 to 45 mph. Winds could gust as high as 65 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Sunday NightMostly clear, with a low around 25. Windy, with a west wind 30 to 35 mph decreasing to 20 to 25 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
MondaySunny, with a high near 53. Breezy, with a west wind around 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Monday NightMostly clear, with a low around 26.
TuesdaySunny, with a high near 50. Breezy.
Tuesday NightMostly clear, with a low around 22. Breezy.
WednesdayMostly sunny, with a high near 46. Breezy.
Wednesday NightA 20 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20.
ThursdayA slight chance of rain and snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 41. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Thursday NightMostly clear, with a low around 18.
FridaySunny, with a high near 52.
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KABQ (Albuquerque Intl, NM, US)
SCT140 BKN170 BKN240/ 10SM
Temperature: 4.4°C ( 40°F)
Dewpoint: -4.4°C ( 24°F) [RH = 53%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg (1023.1 mb)
WINDS: CALM / Temperature: 4.4°C ( 40°F)
Dewpoint: -4.4°C ( 24°F) [RH = 53%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg :
WINDS; CALM/ VIRGA E-SE
---------------------------
KAEG (Albuquerque/Double E, NM, US)
CLR 10SM
Temperature: 6.0°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -6.0°C ( 21°F) [RH = 42%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: NNE 8MPH/
----------------------------------
KALM (Alamogordo/White San, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 13.0°C ( 55°F)
Dewpoint: -7.0°C ( 19°F) [RH = 24%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.17 inches Hg
WINDS: VRB 5MPH/
----------------------------------
KATS (Artesia Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -2.0°C ( 28°F) [RH = 60%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.25 inches Hg
WINDS: SOUTHEAST 8MPH
----------------------------
KCNM (Carlsbad/Cavern City, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -1.7°C ( 29°F) [RH = 62%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: ESE 3MPH
--------------------------
KCQC (Clines Corners(AUTO), NM, US)
FEW120/ 10SM
Temperature: 6.1°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -6.7°C ( 20°F) [RH = 39%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.26 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
------------------------------
KCVS (Clovis/Cannon AFB, NM, US)
SCT160 SCT200 / 10SM
Temperature: 6.0°C ( 43°F)
Dewpoint: -1.4°C ( 29°F) [RH = 59%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.21 inches Hg
WINDS: WSW 5MPH
----------------------------------
KGNT (Grants-Milan Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 1.4°C ( 35°F)
Dewpoint: -5.1°C ( 23°F) [RH = 62%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: SSE 3MPH
-------------------------------------
KGUP (Gallup Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 1.1°C ( 34°F)
Dewpoint: -2.2°C ( 28°F) [RH = 79%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.18 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
--------------------------------
KHOB (Hobbs Arpt, NM, US)
BKN018/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.0°C ( 41°F)
Dewpoint: -2.0°C ( 28°F) [RH = 60%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: ESE 9MPH
-----------------------------------
KLVS (Las Vegas Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 8.9°C ( 48°F)
Dewpoint: -7.8°C ( 18°F) [RH = 30%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: SOUTH 16MPH
---------------------------------------
KROW (Roswell/Ind Arpt, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 5.6°C ( 42°F)
Dewpoint: -2.2°C ( 28°F) [RH = 57%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.22 inches Hg
WINDS: VRBL 3MPH
--------------------------
KSAF (Santa Fe Cnty Muni, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 2.8°C ( 37°F)
Dewpoint: -5.6°C ( 22°F) [RH = 54%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.23 inches Hg
WINDS: NORTH 16MPH/
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KTCS (Truth or Consequence, NM, US)
CLR/ 10SM
Temperature: 7.8°C ( 46°F)
Dewpoint: -6.1°C ( 21°F) [RH = 37%]
Pressure (altimeter): 30.18 inches Hg
WINDS: CALM
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Posted >1 y ago
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Thanks for sharing Larry. As dry as it's been here our fire season is probably going to start early.
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Posted >1 y ago
It was 19 degrees today in Eastern Massachusetts and We got about an inch of snow, I did go to both the Base Exchange and Commissary at Hanscom AFB, MA though before the snow started.
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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.
1 mo
We're expecting a colder and wetter than normal winter here in northern Idaho.
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