Winter Storm Warning 11, NWS Albuquerque, NM

901 
WWUS45 KABQ 281749
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1149 AM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017


NMZ512>515-521-523-527>531-282200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.170429T0600Z-170430T0900Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Sandia/Manzano Mountains-
Central Highlands-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Union County-
Harding County-
1149 AM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Could be significant with 6 to 18 inches 
  over portions of northeast New Mexico and the Sangre de Cristo 
  mountains. 

* TIMING...Snow will become heavier and more widespread late 
  Friday night through Saturday, then taper off late Saturday 
  evening. 

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 mph with gusts to around 45 mph 
  Saturday. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will fall rapidly early Saturday 
  morning so temperatures will quickly become cold enough for 
  snow at all locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel may become hazardous or impossible over
  portions of northeast New Mexico Saturday, especially on
  Interstate 25 in the Raton Pass area, and Highways 64 and 87
  from Raton to Clayton and Interstate 40 near Clines Corners and
  Sedillo Hill.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

408 
WWUS45 KABQ 282049
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
249 PM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017


NMZ511-518-522-291100-
/O.EXA.KABQ.WS.W.0011.170429T0600Z-170430T0900Z/
Jemez Mountains-Santa Fe Metro Area-Estancia Valley-
249 PM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 3 AM
MDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Winter
Storm Warning for heavy snow, which is in effect from midnight 
tonight to 3 AM MDT Sunday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 4 to 8 inches, with over one foot
  possible in the Jemez Mountains. 

* TIMING...Snow will become heavier and more widespread late
  tonight through Saturday, then taper off Saturday evening. 

* WINDS...Increasing east 15 to 25 mph tonight, then turning north
  Saturday. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Will be cold enough for snow at all elevations
  overnight through Saturday. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel may become hazardous or impossible over
  portions of north central New Mexico Saturday, especially on
  Interstate 25 near Santa Fe, Interstate 40 between Sedillo Hill
  and Moriarty and Highway 285. In addition, heavy snow
  accumulating on trees that have already leafed-out may lead to
  tree damage and falling limbs.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight,  food, 
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ512>515-521-523-527>531-291100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.170429T0600Z-170430T0900Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Sandia/Manzano Mountains-
Central Highlands-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
Far Northeast Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Union County-
Harding County-
249 PM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 6 to 12 inches over portions of 
  northeast New Mexico. Areas along the Colorado border near Raton
  Pass east through northern Union County, including the peaks of
  the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, may see amounts between 12 and 
  18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow will become heavier and more widespread late tonight
  through Saturday, then taper off late Saturday evening. 

* WINDS...Increasing north to northeast at 20 to 25 mph. Stronger
  northerly winds between 25 and 30 mph with occasional gusts over
  40 mph are forecast to develop late tonight into Saturday across
  the Northeast Plains, Raton Ridge and Far Northeast Highlands.

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will fall rapidly late tonight and  
  temperatures will quickly become cold enough for snow at all 
  locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel may become hazardous or impossible over
  portions of northeast New Mexico Saturday, especially on
  Interstate 25 between Glorieta Pass and Raton Pass, Highways 64
  and 87 from Raton to Clayton and Interstate 40 near Clines
  Corners. In addition, heavy snow accumulating on trees that have
  already leafed-out may lead to tree damage and falling limbs.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ510-516-517-532-533-291100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.170429T0600Z-170430T0900Z/
San Juan Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-
249 PM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for snow, which is in effect from midnight 
tonight to 3 AM MDT Sunday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 3 to 5 inches, with up to 8
  inches across the Tusas Mountains.

* TIMING...Snow will increase in coverage and intensity overnight
  and peak Saturday morning. Snow will gradually diminish Saturday
  evening.

* WINDS...North 20 to 25 mph with higher gusts across the East
  Central Plains, otherwise north at 10 to 20 mph.

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will be cold enough for snow at all
  locations overnight into Saturday.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel may become hazardous over portions of 
  New Mexico Saturday, especially on Interstate 40 near and west 
  of Santa Rosa and along Highway 285 near Espanola.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow 
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

736 
WWUS45 KABQ 291001
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
401 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...POTENT SPRING STORM TO BRING SNOW TO THE NORTHEAST THIRD OF NEW
MEXICO...

.An upper level disturbance over northwest New Mexico will move
southeast then east across central portions of the state today
before exiting to the northeast tonight. At the surface a
reinforcing shot of cold air will plunge south across the eastern
plains this morning, causing any rain turn to snow. Snow will
diminish and mostly end tonight. 

NMZ511>515-518-521>523-527>531-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Santa Fe Metro Area-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
401 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 6 to 12 inches over portions of
  northeast New Mexico. Areas along the Colorado border near Raton
  Pass east through northern Union County, as well as the peaks 
  of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, may see amounts of 12 and 18 
  inches.
 
* TIMING...Snow will become heavier and more widespread this
  morning, continue through the afternoon and evening, then taper
  off later tonight.
 
* WINDS...North to northeast at 20 to 30 mph with occasional gusts
  over 40 mph today across the Northeast Plains, Raton Ridge and 
  Far Northeast Highlands. Winds slowly diminishing tonight. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will fall rapidly early this morning
  and become cold enough for snow at all locations.
  
* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous or even impossible
  over portions of north central and northeast New Mexico today, 
  especially on Interstate 25 between Glorieta Pass and Raton 
  Pass, Highways 64 and 87 from Raton to Clayton and Interstate 40
  near Clines Corners. In addition, heavy snow accumulating on 
  trees that have already leafed-out may lead to tree damage and 
  falling limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ534-291800-
/O.EXA.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Quay County-
401 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect 
until 3 AM MDT Sunday.


* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 3 to 6 inches. 

* TIMING...Snow will increase in coverage and intensity this
  morning, continue this afternoon and evening then gradually 
  diminish later tonight. 

* WINDS...North 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at 
  all locations by mid morning. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous, including on
  Interstate 40.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

NMZ510-516-517-532-533-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
San Juan Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-
401 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 3 to 5 inches, with up to 8 
  inches across the San Juan/Tusas Mountains. 

* TIMING...Snow will continue today, then gradually diminish this 
  evening.
 
* WINDS...North 20 to 25 mph with higher gusts across the East 
  Central Plains, otherwise north at 10 to 20 mph. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at
  all locations by mid morning.

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous over portions of
  New Mexico Saturday, including U.S. highways 285...64 and 84. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

40

434 
WWUS45 KABQ 291057 AAA
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
457 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...POTENT SPRING STORM TO BRING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND Northeast NEW
MEXICO...

.An upper level disturbance over northwest New Mexico will move
southeast then east across central portions of the state today
before exiting to the northeast tonight. At the surface a
reinforcing shot of cold air will continue to plunge south 
across the eastern plains this morning, causing any rain turn to 
snow. Moderate to occasionally heavy snow will continue this
afternoon and evening before diminishing and mostly ending later  
tonight.

NMZ511>515-518-521>523-527>531-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Santa Fe Metro Area-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
457 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 6 to 12 inches over portions of 
  northeast New Mexico. Areas along the Colorado border near 
  Raton Pass east through northern Union County, as well as the 
  peaks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, may see amounts of 12 
  and 18 inches. 

* TIMING...Snow will become heavier and more widespread this 
  morning, continue through the afternoon and evening, then 
  taper off later tonight. 

* WINDS...North to northeast at 20 to 30 mph with occasional 
  gusts over 40 mph today across the Northeast Plains, Raton 
  Ridge and Far Northeast Highlands. Winds slowly diminishing 
  tonight. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will fall rapidly early this morning 
  and become cold enough for snow at all locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous or even 
  impossible over portions of north central and northeast New 
  Mexico today, especially on Interstate 25 between Glorieta 
  Pass and Raton Pass, Highways 64 and 87 from Raton to Clayton 
  and Interstate 40 near Clines Corners. In addition, heavy snow 
  accumulating on trees that have already leafed-out may lead to 
  tree damage and falling limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ524-526-539-291800-
/O.EXA.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
South Central Highlands-South Central Mountains-
Eastern Lincoln County-
457 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for snow, which is in effect until 3 AM MDT 
Sunday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 3 to 5 inches, with up to 6 to 10
  inches across the northern Sacramento and Capitan Mountains. 

* TIMING...Snow will continue today, then gradually diminish 
  this evening. 

* WINDS...Mostly north 5 to 15 mph, except around 20 mph in
  northeast Lincoln County. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at 
  all locations by mid morning. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous over portions of
  New Mexico Saturday, including U.S. highways 380...54 and 70. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

NMZ510-516-517-532>534-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
San Juan Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-
457 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 3 to 6 inches.

* TIMING...Snow will continue through this evening then gradually
  diminish later tonight.
 
* WINDS...North to northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 mph.

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at 
  all locations by mid morning. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous, including U.S.
  highways 64 and 84. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

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390 
WWUS45 KABQ 291746
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1146 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...POTENT SPRING STORM BRINGING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST NEW
MEXICO...

.An upper level low pressure system over northwest New Mexico 
will move southeast then east across central portions of the state
today before exiting to the northeast tonight. At the surface a 
reinforcing shot of cold air will continue to plunge south across 
the eastern plains through the afternoon hours, causing any rain 
turn to snow. Moderate to occasionally heavy snow will continue 
this afternoon and evening before diminishing and mostly ending 
later tonight.

NMZ510-516-517-291900-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
San Juan Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-
1146 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has cancelled the
Winter Weather Advisory. 

Light snow with accumulation of an inch or so is possible, but
no significant impacts are expected. 

$$

NMZ511>515-518-521>523-527>531-300300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Santa Fe Metro Area-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-Central Highlands-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
1146 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 6 to 12 inches over portions of 
  northeast New Mexico. Areas along the Colorado border near 
  Raton Pass east through northern Union County, as well as the 
  peaks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, may see amounts of 12 
  and 18 inches. 

* TIMING...Snow will continue through the afternoon and evening, 
  then taper off later tonight. 

* WINDS...North to northeast at 20 to 30 mph with occasional 
  gusts over 40 mph today across the Northeast Plains, Raton 
  Ridge and Far Northeast Highlands. Winds slowly diminishing 
  tonight. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will be cold enough for snow at all 
  locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous or even impossible
  over portions of north central and northeast New Mexico today,
  especially on Interstate 25 between Glorieta Pass and Raton
  Pass, Highways 64 and 87 from Raton to Clayton and Interstate 40
  between Tijeras Clines Corners. In addition, heavy snow 
  accumulating on trees that have already leafed-out may lead to 
  tree damage and falling limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ524-526-532>534-539-300300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
South Central Highlands-South Central Mountains-
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-
Eastern Lincoln County-
1146 AM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 2 to 5 inches.

* TIMING...Snow will continue through this evening then 
  gradually diminish later tonight. 

* WINDS...North to northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 mph.

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at 
  all locations by mid morning. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous, including U.S. 
  highways 64 and 84. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

541 
WWUS45 KABQ 292042
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
242 PM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...POTENT SPRING STORM BRINGING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST NEW
MEXICO...

.An upper level low pressure system over central New Mexico will 
move east across eastern portions of the state this evening 
before exiting into the Texas Panhandle tonight. The focus for 
snow impacts will shift to the northeast quarter of the state this
evening, where moderate snow will continue before diminishing and
mostly ending later tonight.

NMZ511-512-518-521-522-292145-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Santa Fe Metro Area-Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-
242 PM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has cancelled the
Winter Storm Warning. 

Only a few areas of light snow persist and many lower elevation
roads are clear. Any additional snow accumulation will be
localized and generally one inch or less.

$$

NMZ524-526-533-534-539-292145-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
South Central Highlands-South Central Mountains-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-Eastern Lincoln County-
242 PM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has cancelled the
Winter Weather Advisory. 

Any additional snow accumulation will generally be an inch or two
at most, but wet and with very little impact to roads.

$$

NMZ513>515-523-527>531-300900-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Union County-Harding County-
242 PM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 6 to 12 inches over portions of 
  northeast New Mexico. Areas along the Colorado border near 
  Raton Pass east through northern Union County, as well as the 
  peaks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, may see amounts of 12 
  and 18 inches. 

* TIMING...Snow will continue through the evening, then taper off
  later tonight. 

* WINDS...North to northeast at 20 to 30 mph with occasional 
  gusts over 40 mph today across the Northeast Plains, Raton 
  Ridge and Far Northeast Highlands. Winds slowly diminishing 
  tonight. 

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will be cold enough for snow at all 
  locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous or even impossible
  over portions of north central and northeast New Mexico today,
  especially on Interstate 25 between Glorieta Pass and Raton Pass
  and Highways 64 and 87 from Raton to Clayton. In addition, 
  heavy snow accumulating on trees that have already leafed-out 
  may lead to tree damage and falling limbs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ532-300900-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Eastern San Miguel County-
242 PM MDT Sat Apr 29 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
SUNDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Generally 2 to 5 inches.

* TIMING...Snow will continue through this evening then 
  gradually diminish later tonight. 

* WINDS...North to northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 mph.

* SNOW LEVELS...Temperatures will become cold enough for snow at 
  all locations by mid morning. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will become hazardous, including State
  Road 104 and 419.
  
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities.

&&

$$

598 
WWUS45 KABQ 300852
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
252 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

...POTENT SPRING STORM BRINGING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST NEW
MEXICO...

.An upper level low pressure system has left New Mexico and is
moving into southwest Kansas. However, wrap around moisture will
continue to bring accumulating snow to the northeast early this 
morning, before it diminishes after 6am MDT. 

NMZ513>515-523-527>529-301000-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-Far Northeast Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-
252 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM MDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

The Winter Storm Warning will expire at 3 AM MDT early this
morning. 

Snow is diminishing or has ended across the warning area.

$$

NMZ532-301000-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-170430T0900Z/
Eastern San Miguel County-
252 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has cancelled the
Winter Weather Advisory. 

Snow is diminishing and will end soon in eastern San Miguel
County.

$$

NMZ530-531-301200-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T1200Z/
Union County-Harding County-
252 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...5 to 10 inches over portions of far
  northeast New Mexico.  

* TIMING...Snow will continue through early this morning, then
  taper off after sunrise. 

* WINDS...North to northeast at 25 to 35 mph with occasional gusts
  to 50 mph today. This will cause extensive blowing snow and near
  white-out conditions at times.

* SNOW LEVELS...Snow levels will be cold enough for snow at all 
  locations. 

* LOCAL IMPACTS...Travel will remain treacherous at best, if not
  impossible. This includes U.S. highways 64, 87 and 56.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel
dangerous. Strong winds are likely. Only travel in an emergency.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or
visit nmroads.com.

&&

$$

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560 
WWUS45 KABQ 301155
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
555 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

NMZ530-531-301300-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WS.W.0011.000000T0000Z-170430T1200Z/
Union County-Harding County-
555 AM MDT Sun Apr 30 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 AM MDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

The Winter Storm Warning will expire at 6 AM MDT early this
morning. 

Snow coverage and intensity will continue to decrease this 
morning across northeast New Mexico. Additional snow amounts will 
generally be less than one half inch. However, blowing snow will 
remain possible throughout the day due to strong and gusty 
northwest winds. 

$$

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Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
337 AM MDT Fri Apr 28 2017

.SYNOPSIS...
A potent late season winter storm system will push southward into
New Mexico through the weekend. Thunderstorms are expected over
portions of the Eastern Plains to the Southwest Mountains as the cold
front moves through today. As the system dives southward tonight,
significant snowfall is expected over the Sangre de Cristos and the
Eastern Plains through Saturday. Winds will increase over the region
with the strongest winds over the Southwest Mountains this afternoon
into this evening. Temperatures will drop sharply in the wake of this
system and remain below normal through early next week.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
The main change with this forecast package dealt with precipitation
location and snow amounts. Models are in gross synoptic agreement and
continue to push the upper low further south into NM before exiting
to the east. As with any system, the devil is in the details and
there was not a very strong preference to any one model solution, at
least with enough confidence to make large changes to the forecast.
Some adjustments in the first few periods in precipitation location
and timing were done with a mix of the GFS and the WRF-ARW, but
otherwise there was little difference from the previous package.

Thunderstorms associated with the cold front were kept in the
forecast today, mainly over the southeastern half of the state. While
some storms could potentially be strong, widespread severe weather is
not expected.

With respect to QPF and snow amounts, the general feeling was the QPF
amounts from WPC were generally too high, thus the QPF was tapered
down for this package. This primarily lowered the snow amounts,
mainly over the mountain ranges. This being said, snowfall totals of
4-8 inches are possible over the lower terrain over the Eastern
Plains with 12+ over some of the highest terrain over the Sangre de
Cristos. The ABQ metro area is will likely see light amounts of less
than an inch with western areas seeing around an inch with locally
higher totals. Confidence is reasonably high in the amounts over the
Sangre's, but there is less confidence in the location of the
heaviest snow over the plains. If convective bands setup, locally
heavy amounts could be an issue over parts of the Eastern Plains.
Finally, strong winds over the NE corner of NM will produce areas of
blowing snow on Saturday.

As the system moves out by Monday, a return to a somewhat more
tranquil, yet cooler weather pattern is expected.

54/Fontenot

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...

Big changes are on the way today through Saturday. A mix of rain and
high elevation snow is ongoing early this morning across northwest
NM. These showers are forming along and behind a cold front that is
expected to shift southeastward throughout the day. As it does so,
additional showers and thunderstorms will form along and behind it.
Spotty wetting rains are likely. Temperatures will lower several
degrees behind this initial cold front, resulting in high
temperatures 10 to 20 degrees below normal for all but the east
central plains.

Tonight through Saturday, an anomalously cold upper level low
(approximately 3 standard deviations below normal) will shift from
the Four Corners region southward across the west central highlands,
then eastward toward the east central plains. Meanwhile, an
associated strong back door cold front will enter the northeast
plains around midnight tonight, and will race through the remainder
of the eastern plains largely by sunrise Saturday. Much colder
temperatures, strong northerly winds, and snow will return behind
the front. Areas from the Sangre de Cristo Mountains eastward across
the northeast plains as well as the Sandia and Manzano Mtns and
central highlands could see significant amounts of falling and
blowing snow. More than a foot of snow is possible across the Sangre
de Cristos and near Raton Pass, while more than 6 inches is possible
at many lower elevations. High temperatures on Saturday will be 20
to nearly 40 degrees below normal.

A very cold airmass will remain in place after the departure of the
system late Saturday night. A widespread freeze/hard freeze is
expected.

A slow warmup is expected Sunday through Tuesday under northwest
flow aloft. A few shortwaves may graze northeast NM through this
time period, however. The first looks to occur Monday night, but
stronger one looks to graze the area on Tuesday. A weak front looks
to move into the northeast plains Monday night, but again, the
stronger front looks to arrive late Tuesday. The latter should bring
in higher dewpoints and another chance for precipitation across the
northeast plains. Temperatures across the plains on Wednesday will
actually lower in the wake of the front. Thus, high temperatures
will actually remain below normal through Thursday for most areas.

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&&

.AVIATION...
06Z TAF CYCLE

Rain and mtn snow will continue across portions of northwest NM
overnight along the edge of a cold front. As the cold front slides
southeastward today, showers and tstms will continue to develop along
and behind it, shifting southeast with the front. Most TAF sites will
be affected, though timing remains uncertain, so check for
amendments. The upper level jet will be steered across the southern
tier of the state as the parent storm system tracks toward the Four
Corners. Strong winds are likely to develop across the southwest and
south central mountains with gusts to 45 kt possible this afternoon.
By 06Z Sat, a strong back door cold front will plunge into NE NM.
Strong northerly winds and snow are expected to develop behind the
front.

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&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Farmington......................  50  29  51  29 /  20  10  20  10
Dulce...........................  45  25  44  20 /  30  80  50  20
Cuba............................  45  27  41  24 /  50  70  60  30
Gallup..........................  47  25  48  24 /  40  20  40  10
El Morro........................  46  24  43  22 /  50  40  50  10
Grants..........................  48  27  45  25 /  40  40  40  20
Quemado.........................  52  28  45  26 /  50  60  50  20
Glenwood........................  70  35  60  34 /  40  30  20   5
Chama...........................  42  22  39  20 /  40  70  60  40
Los Alamos......................  46  29  39  26 /  40  80  80  30
Pecos...........................  48  28  36  23 /  40  60  90  50
Cerro/Questa....................  46  24  35  17 /  40  60  90  50
Red River.......................  38  18  26  16 /  50  80 100  50
Angel Fire......................  41  21  29  13 /  50  80  90  50
Taos............................  47  26  38  20 /  30  50  70  40
Mora............................  47  26  32  21 /  50  80  90  50
Espanola........................  53  33  44  29 /  30  50  60  30
Santa Fe........................  47  30  38  26 /  50  60  80  40
Santa Fe Airport................  50  31  41  27 /  40  60  80  30
Albuquerque Foothills...........  54  35  43  30 /  40  60  70  30
Albuquerque Heights.............  56  37  45  32 /  40  60  60  30
Albuquerque Valley..............  58  39  47  30 /  40  60  60  30
Albuquerque West Mesa...........  57  37  46  32 /  40  60  60  30
Los Lunas.......................  60  37  49  28 /  40  60  60  30
Rio Rancho......................  56  36  46  31 /  40  60  70  30
Socorro.........................  70  40  52  33 /  40  50  50  30
Sandia Park/Cedar Crest.........  48  29  35  26 /  50  80  80  40
Tijeras.........................  51  31  38  24 /  50  70  80  40
Moriarty/Estancia...............  53  31  37  22 /  40  70  70  40
Clines Corners..................  52  27  33  24 /  40  70  80  50
Gran Quivira....................  61  33  42  27 /  40  60  60  40
Carrizozo.......................  70  38  48  30 /  30  60  40  20
Ruidoso.........................  64  36  42  28 /  40  60  50  30
Capulin.........................  50  24  29  21 /  30  80  90  70
Raton...........................  54  27  33  23 /  30  80  90  60
Springer........................  55  29  36  23 /  30  70  80  60
Las Vegas.......................  51  26  33  21 /  40  80  80  50
Clayton.........................  59  30  35  26 /  30  80  80  60
Roy.............................  56  29  34  25 /  40  70  80  60
Conchas.........................  66  37  40  31 /  30  70  80  60
Santa Rosa......................  67  35  40  30 /  30  60  80  60
Tucumcari.......................  71  37  42  31 /  30  70  80  60
Clovis..........................  76  39  44  30 /  20  60  70  50
Portales........................  78  42  47  32 /  20  50  60  50
Fort Sumner.....................  74  41  45  32 /  10  50  70  50
Roswell.........................  85  49  55  36 /   5  30  40  30
Picacho.........................  76  42  48  32 /  20  30  50  30
Elk.............................  72  40  48  29 /  20  30  40  30

&&

.ABQ WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Warning from midnight tonight to 3 AM MDT Sunday for
the following zones... NMZ512>515-521-523-527>531.

Wind Advisory from 1 PM this afternoon to 9 PM MDT this evening for
the following zones... NMZ508-526-540.

&&

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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
441 AM MDT Thu Apr 27 2017

NMZ501>540-281200-
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Francisco River Valley-San Juan Mountains-Jemez Mountains-
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-Santa Fe Metro Area-
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area-
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-
South Central Mountains-Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
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-
441 AM MDT Thu Apr 27 2017

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of north and central
New Mexico.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

West to northwest winds sustained 25 to 40 mph and gusting to 50 to
60 mph will be likely over the east and south today. Critical fire
weather conditions will develop over portions of the area along and
south of Interstate 40 this afternoon.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

A wintry storm system will impact the region from Friday night
through early Sunday. Significant snow accumulations and blowing snow will
be focused over the northeast third and major travel routes such as
Interstate 25 at Raton Pass and Highways 64 and 87 from Raton to
Clayton will be impacted. Highs Saturday will be 20 to 35 degrees
below average and will be followed by near to below freezing low
temperatures Saturday night into early Sunday morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report wind speeds and precipitation
amounts and impacts through the National Weather Service Albuquerque
web site at weather.gov/abq or by calling 1.888.386.7637. You can
also submit storm reports and photos on our Facebook page or via
Twitter using the hashtag nmwx.