Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Albuquerque, NM

776 
WWUS45 KABQ 201839
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1139 AM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR MUCH OF WESTERN TO CENTRAL NEW MEXICO THIS
WEEKEND...

.A vigorous upper level disturbance and attendant cold front will
race east across New Mexico this evening and overnight. Rain and
high terrain snow will spread into western parts of the state
this evening, shifting into central areas around midnight. While
many lower elevation areas will observe light snowfall amounts,
the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause travel
conditions to quickly deteriorate due to slick and icy roads.
More significant snow accumulations are forecast for the higher
elevation mountains, especially in northern New Mexico. Strong to
severe winds will also accompany the precipitation producing near
white-out conditions at times, along with frigid temperatures and
bitterly cold wind chills.

NMZ510-513-514-210100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.180121T0300Z-180122T0300Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
1139 AM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING
TO 8 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, 
  with localized amounts up to 14 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 to 50 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow with visibilities
  dropping to below a mile at times, creating near white-out
  conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are expected. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-512-515>522-210100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180121T0300Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
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-
1139 AM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 4 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected in snow and blowing snow. Small tree branches could 
  fall as well. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with 4 
  to 8 inches inches in the higher terrain, are expected. While 
  much of the Albuquerque metro area will likely see an inch or 
  less of snow, 1 to 2 inches could fall in the foothills. 

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains, West Slopes Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio 
  Grande Valley, Lower Chama River Valley, Santa Fe Metro Area, 
  Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area, 
  Lower Rio Grande Valley, Sandia and Manzano Mountains and 
  Estancia Valley.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 4 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While snow amounts in lower elevations will
  be light, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause 
  travel conditions to abruptly deteriorate. Winds gusting as high
  as 45 to 55 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow 
  with poor visibilities, especially in higher terrain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ501>509-210100-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180120T2300Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Francisco River Valley-
1139 AM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Plan on slippery road conditions. Small
  tree branches could fall as well. Total snow accumulations of 1
  to 3 inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches in the higher
  terrain, are expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest 
  Highlands, Northwest Highlands, West Central Plateau, West 
  Central Mountains, West Central Highlands, Southwest Mountains 
  and San Francisco River Valley.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to noon MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While snow amounts in lower elevations will
  be light, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause
  travel conditions to abruptly deteriorate. Be prepared for
  sudden changes in weather conditions with greatly reduced 
  visibilities and slick and icy roads at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

089 
WWUS45 KABQ 202231
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
331 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR MUCH OF WESTERN TO CENTRAL NEW MEXICO THIS
WEEKEND...

.A vigorous upper level disturbance and attendant cold front will
race east across New Mexico this evening and overnight. Rain and
high terrain snow will spread into western parts of the state
this evening, shifting into central areas around midnight. While
many lower elevation areas will observe light snowfall amounts,
the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause travel
conditions to quickly deteriorate due to slick and icy roads.
More significant snow accumulations are forecast for the higher
elevation mountains, especially in northern New Mexico. Strong to
severe winds will also accompany the precipitation producing near
white-out conditions at times, mainly in the mountains, along 
with frigid temperatures and bitterly cold wind chills.

NMZ510-513-514-210500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.180121T0300Z-180122T0300Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
331 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING
TO 8 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well. Total snow
  accumulations 4 to 8 inches, with localized amounts of 12 inches
  on the highest peaks.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow with visibilities dropping 
  to below a mile at times, creating near white-out conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are expected. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ527-210500-
/O.EXB.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180121T1500Z-180122T0300Z/
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
331 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM MST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Small tree branches could fall. Total snow
  accumulations 1 to 3 inches, with localized amounts up to 5
  inches above 8000 feet.

* WHERE...Raton Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow with visibilities dropping to
  below a mile at times, briefly creating near white-out  
  conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-512-515>522-210500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180121T0300Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
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-
331 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 4 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery road
  conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected
  in snow and blowing snow. Small tree branches could snap. Total
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches in lower elevations, and 4
  to 8 inches above 8000 feet, with localized amounts up to 10
  inches on the peaks of the Jemez Mountains, are expected. While
  much of the Albuquerque Metro Area will likely see less than 1 
  inch of snow, the foothills could receive 1 to 2 inches. 

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains, West Slopes Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio 
  Grande Valley, Lower Chama River Valley, Santa Fe Metro Area, 
  Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area, 
  Lower Rio Grande Valley, Sandia and Manzano Mountains and 
  Estancia Valley.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 4 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While snow amounts in lower elevations will
  be light, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause
  travel conditions to abruptly deteriorate. Winds gusting as high
  as 45 to 55 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow
  with poor visibilities below 1 mile, especially in higher 
  terrain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties.
Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and 
use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the 
state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ501>509-210500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180120T2300Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Francisco River Valley-
331 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Plan on slippery and icy road conditions.
  Small tree branches could fall as well. Total snow accumulations
  of 1 to 3 inches, with localized amounts of 4 to 8 inches above
  7500 feet, are expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest 
  Highlands, Northwest Highlands, West Central Plateau, West 
  Central Mountains, West Central Highlands, Southwest Mountains 
  and San Francisco River Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While snow amounts in lower elevations will
  be light, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause
  travel conditions to abruptly deteriorate. Be prepared for
  sudden changes in weather conditions with greatly reduced
  visibilities and slick and icy roads at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

365 
WWUS45 KABQ 210450
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
950 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR MUCH OF WESTERN TO CENTRAL NEW MEXICO
TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY...

.As a trough of low pressure and strong Pacific cold front
push eastward into New Mexico, rain and high terrain snow will 
continue to spread across western and central areas of the state.
While many lower elevation areas will observe light snowfall 
amounts, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause 
travel conditions to quickly deteriorate due to the abruptly
changing conditions with slick and icy roads. More significant 
snow accumulations are forecast for the higher elevation 
mountains, especially in northern New Mexico through Sunday. 
Strong to severe winds will also accompany the precipitation, 
producing near white-out conditions at times, mainly in the 
mountains, along with frigid temperatures and bitterly cold wind 
chills.

NMZ510-513-514-211200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0300Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
950 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well due to
  strong wind gusts occasionally reaching 50 mph. Additional snow
  accumulations of 3 to 5 inches, with localized amounts up to 10
  inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-512-515>522-211200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
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-
950 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on abruptly
  changing weather conditions with lower elevations observing a
  rapid change-over from rain to snow, leading to slick road
  conditions. In addition, poor visibility is expected, 
  especially in areas of blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with localized amounts up to 10 
  inches in the higher elevations expected.

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains, West Slopes Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio 
  Grande Valley, Lower Chama River Valley, Santa Fe Metro Area, 
  Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area, 
  Lower Rio Grande Valley, Sandia and Manzano Mountains and 
  Estancia Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel 
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited 
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ527-211200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180121T1500Z-180122T0300Z/
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
950 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM
MST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on abruptly changing
  weather conditions periodically through the day Sunday, leading
  to slick road conditions. In addition, poor visibility is 
  expected, especially in areas of blowing snow. Total snow 
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with localized amounts up to 5 
  inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Raton Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 8 PM MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ501>509-211200-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Francisco River Valley-
950 PM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on abruptly changing weather
  conditions with many lower elevations having observed a rapid
  change-over from rain to snow, leading to slick road conditions.
  Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with localized
  amounts up to 7 inches in higher elevations, are expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest 
  Highlands, Northwest Highlands, West Central Plateau, West 
  Central Mountains, West Central Highlands, Southwest Mountains 
  and San Francisco River Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon MST Sunday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to slick roads, be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

594 
WWUS45 KABQ 211132
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR MUCH OF WESTERN TO CENTRAL NEW MEXICO
TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY...

.As a trough of low pressure and strong Pacific cold front push
eastward into New Mexico, rain and high terrain snow will
continue to spread across western and central areas of the state.
While many lower elevation areas will observe light snowfall
amounts, the rapid onset of freezing temperatures will cause
travel conditions to quickly deteriorate due to the abruptly
changing conditions with slick and icy roads. More significant
snow accumulations are forecast for the higher elevation
mountains, especially in northern New Mexico through Sunday.
Strong to severe winds will also accompany the precipitation,
producing near white-out conditions at times, mainly in the
mountains, along with frigid temperatures and bitterly cold wind
chills.

NMZ519-520-211245-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area-
Lower Rio Grande Valley-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Light snow has ended, and no additional accumulations are expected
today.

$$

NMZ508-509-211245-
/O.CAN.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Southwest Mountains-San Francisco River Valley-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Light snow has ended, and no additional accumulations are expected
today.

$$

NMZ510-513-514-211500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0300Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on 
  difficult travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches, with localized 
  amounts up to 14 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ518-211500-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Santa Fe Metro Area-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  spots on roads. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of less than an inch 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Santa Fe Metro Area.

* WHEN...Until noon MST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas of blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ521-522-211500-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1500Z/
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions in spots. In addition, areas of poor visibility
  are expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches
  are expected.

* WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains and Estancia Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM MST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-512-515>517-211500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Lower Chama River Valley-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy 
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 9 
  inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains, West Slopes Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio 
  Grande Valley and Lower Chama River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ527-211500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.180121T1500Z-180122T0300Z/
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions in spots. In addition, areas of poor visibility
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with 
  localized amounts up to 5 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Raton Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ501>507-211500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-
432 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches, 
  with localized amounts up to 4 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest 
  Highlands, Northwest Highlands, West Central Plateau, West 
  Central Mountains and West Central Highlands.

* WHEN...Until noon MST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

241 
WWUS45 KABQ 211520
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR MUCH OF WESTERN TO CENTRAL NEW MEXICO
TODAY AND THIS EVENING...

.As a trough of low pressure moves eastward across northern New 
Mexico today, snow showers will continue across western and 
northern areas of the state. Significant snow accumulations are 
forecast for the higher elevation mountains, especially in 
northern New Mexico through late this evening. Strong to severe 
winds will also accompany snow, producing near white-out 
conditions at times, mainly in the mountains, along with frigid 
temperatures and bitterly cold wind chills.

NMZ521-522-211630-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1500Z/
Sandia/Manzano Mountains-Estancia Valley-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Scattered snow showers will continue this morning with light
accumulations of less than one-half inch in most locations. 

$$

NMZ510-513-514-211900-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional
  snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up
  to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Reduced visibility is
  expected in blowing snow and white-out conditions will occur 
  occasionally.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ512-515-516-211900-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 6 
  inches in the mountains, are expected.

* WHERE...West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, East Slopes
  Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and Upper Rio Grande Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northwest winds gusting as high as 45 to 55
  mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow in the
  mountains, especially south of Taos Ski Valley. Elsewhere, gusts
  near 30 mph are expected. Reduced visibility is expected in
  blowing snow and white-out conditions will occur occasionally in
  the mountains.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ527-211900-
/O.EXT.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slick and icy 
  road conditions in spots. In addition, areas of poor 
  visibility are expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 5 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Raton Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. Reduced visibility is
  expected in blowing snow and white-out conditions will occur
  occasionally.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ518-211900-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Santa Fe Metro Area-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy 
  spots on roads. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of less than an inch 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Santa Fe Metro Area.

* WHEN...Until noon MST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing snow and reduced visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means periods of
blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be
prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use
caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state
you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-517-211900-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-Lower Chama River Valley-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains and Lower Chama River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northwest winds gusting as high as 45 to 55
  mph, except around 30 mph in the Rio Grande Valley, will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. Reduced visibility is
  expected in blowing snow and near white-out conditions will be
  possible in the mountains.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ501>507-211900-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-
820 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy 
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches, 
  with localized amounts up to 4 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Plateau, Chuska Mountains, Far Northwest 
  Highlands, Northwest Highlands, West Central Plateau, West 
  Central Mountains and West Central Highlands.

* WHEN...Until noon MST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow with reduced visibility
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

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723 
WWUS45 KABQ 211857
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER FOR NORTH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO AND PORTIONS OF 
NORTHEAST NEW MEXICO THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING...

.A trough of low pressure will move eastward across northeastern 
New Mexico this afternoon and into western Kansas this evening. 
Snow showers will continue through this evening in north central
New Mexico and across Raton Ridge and Johnson Mesa. Significant 
snow accumulations are forecast for the higher elevations 
in north central New Mexico through late this evening. Strong 
winds will also accompany snow, producing near white-out 
conditions at times, mainly in the mountains, along with frigid 
temperatures and bitterly cold wind chills.

NMZ518-212000-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Santa Fe Metro Area-
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MST TODAY...

Light snow showers are expected to end by mid afternoon with
little additional snow accumulation.

$$

NMZ501>507-212000-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T1900Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MST TODAY...

Skies will become partly sunny this afternoon with a few snow
flurries possible, mainly in the higher elevations. Little 
to no additional snow accumulation is expected.


$$

NMZ510-513-514-212300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on 
  difficult travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized 
  amounts up to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 to 55 mph 
  will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Reduced 
  visibility is expected in blowing snow, and white-out 
  conditions will occur occasionally.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ512-515-516-527-212300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy 
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 6 
  inches in the mountains, are expected.

* WHERE...West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, East Slopes
  Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio Grande Valley, Raton 
  Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northwest winds gusting as high as 45 to 55
  mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow in the
  mountains. Elsewhere, gusts near 30 mph are expected. Reduced 
  visibility is expected in blowing snow and white-out conditions 
  will occur occasionally in the mountains.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ511-517-212300-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-Lower Chama River Valley-
1157 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slick and icy
  road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow
  accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Jemez Mountains and Lower Chama River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM MST this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Northwest winds gusting as high as 45 to 
  55 mph, except around 30 mph in the Rio Grande Valley, will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Reduced visibility 
  is expected in blowing snow and near white-out conditions will 
  be possible in the mountains.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

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376 
WWUS45 KABQ 212239
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
339 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTRY WEATHER PORTIONS OF NORTH CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST NEW 
THIS EVENING...

NMZ511-517-212345-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180121T2300Z/
Jemez Mountains-Lower Chama River Valley-
339 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...

Scattered snow showers late this afternoon will diminish rapidly
around or after sunset, with little additional accumulation. Gusty
northwest winds will also slowly decrease during the evening. For
the latest New Mexico road conditions call 511 or visit
nmroads.com.


$$

NMZ510-513-514-220600-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
339 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on 
  difficult travel conditions. Tree branches could fall as well. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with localized 
  amounts up to 5 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...San Juan Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristos above 
  9500 feet including Red River and Southern Sangre de Cristos 
  above 9500 feet.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

NMZ512-515-516-527-220600-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
339 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are 
  expected. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to 2 inches, with localized amounts up to 
  4 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, East Slopes 
  Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Upper Rio Grande Valley, Raton 
  Ridge and Johnson Mesa.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

$$

391 
WWUS45 KABQ 220556
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1056 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

NMZ510-513-514-220700-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
San Juan Mountains-
Northern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet/Red River-
Southern Sangre de Cristos above 9500 feet-
1056 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM MST THIS EVENING...

The storm system responsible for the snowfall has moved well east
of the area tonight. A few snowpacked and icy roads remain across
the higher terrain.

$$

NMZ512-515-516-527-220700-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180122T0600Z/
West Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Upper Rio Grande Valley-
Raton Ridge/Johnson Mesa-
1056 PM MST Sun Jan 21 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

The storm system responsible for the snowfall has moved well east
of the area tonight. A few snowpacked and icy roads remain across
the higher terrain.

$$

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
335 AM MST Sat Jan 20 2018

.SYNOPSIS...
An unsettled weather pattern will take shape over northern and
central New Mexico this weekend as a potent disturbance aloft
approaches from the Pacific. Warmer than average temperatures will be
possible again today with near record highs possible in portions of
the far eastern plains, and windy and dry conditions will lead to
critical fire weather conditions there this afternoon. Late this
afternoon into this evening the upper level disturbance will move
over western New Mexico, bringing rain, colder air, and eventually
snow. Through the overnight light snow will impact lower elevations
in western to central New Mexico with a few to several inches of
accumulation expected in the higher elevations, especially in far
northern New Mexico. Windy conditions will accompany this
disturbance, and cold and blustery conditions will persist into the
day Sunday with precipitation shifting to the far northern tier of
the state. Dry, but breezy and cool, conditions are expected Monday.
Drier and more tranquil conditions are then expected by middle of
next week.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
Challenging forecast package this morning, due to the hair-splitting
decisions between winter weather and wind statements. Some updates
will be rolled out with this forecast package, but additional updates
will be coming during the day shift.

The encroaching upper level trough is rolling over southern CA, on
track to sweep over AZ this afternoon before overtaking the NM-CO
border tonight into early Sunday. Wind forecast has trended down
overall for our forecast area today, but significant wind impacts
will still be a concern going into tonight and Sunday. Enough wind
and dry conditions, along with near-record high temperatures in the
eastern plains have warranted a Red Flag Warning for this afternoon.
Elsewhere breezy to windy conditions will also be found, but
temperatures will not be as notably warmer than normal. By late this
afternoon, precipitation will be crossing the AZ-NM border.

As precipitation sweeps eastward into NM this evening along the
leading edge of the Pacific front, a belt of strong frontal winds
will accompany. In addition to the stout winds with the surface
front, the winds at 700 mb are progged to exceed 40 to 60 kt in
southwestern, central, and portions of eastern NM tonight into
Sunday. Precipitation will initially fall as mostly rain in lower
elevations this evening, but the starkly colder airmass will quickly
change precip to a frozen state just before the bulk of the
frontogenetically-forced precip diminishes. While lower elevation
precipitation amounts are expected to be quite light this evening and
into the early morning hours, the rapid onset of freezing
temperatures could prove to be very impactful with road surfaces and
travel conditions observing abrupt deterioration. In the mountains,
especially the high northern peaks, accumulations will be more
substantial due to better orographics and dynamics closer to the core
of the deepening upper low. Have opted to issue a suite of winter
weather advisories while converting the winter storm watch to a
warning for the northern mountains.

The high wind watch remains as-is, and subsequent shifts will have
to decide whether to convert this to a warning for tonight into
Sunday. At this point, there is high confidence that most areas
within the high wind watch will indeed observe severe gusts to 60
mph, however some light wintry precipitation in the central zones
could warrant a winter weather advisory there due to the flash freeze
and travel concerns outlined above. Otherwise Sunday will be a cold,
blustery, and an utterly unpleasant day for most of the forecast
area. Wintry precip will persist in the northern mountains and areas
surrounding the Raton pass. While it will take on a
showery/convective state, wrap-around dynamics with the upper low
cloud produce a few heavier snow bands in the Sangres and surrounding
high country Sunday. Snow should wane Sunday evening with a chilly
night in store.

Winds will be notably less on Monday, but still brisk in some central
to northwest zones with temperatures creeping closer to normal. Dry
conditions will remain the rule going into Tuesday, despite a short
wave trough moving off of the Pacific waters and crossing the
Rockies. Temperatures will remain within a couple degrees either side
of normal Tuesday, nudging upward a few ticks on Wednesday and again
on Thursday. The next trough passage is expected to arrive Friday
into Saturday with cooler air spilling into the plains. Precipitation
appears to be meager and scant with this system.

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&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Red Flag Warning across the Eastern Plains through the afternoon
until 6:00pm MST due to above normal warmth, low humidity 10 to 15
percent, moderate Haines, and breezy conditions.

Conditions begin deteriorating late today as mountain snow/valley
rain enter into western NM. This system will quickly push east into
the Rio Grande Valley around midnight Sunday with valley rain quickly
switching to snow. By Sunday morning, the front will have pushed to
the TX border, with snow showers remaining over western and central
NM through the day. SW winds strengthen tonight becoming westerly
through the day Sunday with the passage of the front. Strong winds
35-45mph with gusts up to 60mph will be present across the eastern
plains early Sunday, expanding over western NM as northwest flow
builds in Sunday afternoon. This combined with much colder air
advecting behind the FROPA will produce bitter cold wind chills in
the single digits across western NM and the central highlands Sunday
morning.

The best chance for snow will lay in the NM San Juans/Tusas Mtns,
western Jemez Mtns, and Sangre de Cristo Mtns where several inches
to a foot are possible. Valley locations across western, central,
and northeastern NM could see a dusting to a couple inches of snow
when all is said and done. Travel conditions, especially for western
NM, could become hazardous during the passage of this system (see
Public Forecast Discussion above for further details). Dry and calm
enter the region for early-mid next week as temperatures warm back
to normal by Tue/Wed.

Ventilation rates fall from excellent this weekend to poor after the
frontal passage early next week. Some areas across the northeast
look to hold onto fair to ventilation rates Monday. Ventilation
rates will remain poor/fair until Friday when the next weather
system enters the region.

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&&

.AVIATION...
06Z TAF CYCLE
VFR conditions prevail and are forecast to persist through the TAF
period central and east. VFR conditions will persist at KGUP and KFMN
with lowering VFR cigs Saturday, then deteriorating conditions with a
cold front late Saturday evening. Winds will increase ahead of the
front, but will be even stronger behind it overnight into Sunday.

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&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Farmington......................  57  28  40  16 /  20  50  20   0
Dulce...........................  58  25  35   8 /  30  80  50   0
Cuba............................  54  17  28   9 /  20  80  50   0
Gallup..........................  53  23  37   7 /  40  50  20   0
El Morro........................  55  16  33   8 /  20  70  30   0
Grants..........................  57  21  38  10 /  10  50  20   0
Quemado.........................  54  18  34  10 /  20  60  30   0
Glenwood........................  61  29  43  19 /  30  60  10   0
Chama...........................  51  18  30   2 /  30  80  70  10
Los Alamos......................  53  28  33  18 /  10  70  40   5
Pecos...........................  55  24  33  15 /   0  70  50  10
Cerro/Questa....................  52  23  33   5 /  10  70  60  30
Red River.......................  48  20  25   8 /  10  80  70  40
Angel Fire......................  50  19  28   7 /   5  70  50  50
Taos............................  57  23  36   6 /  10  70  40  30
Mora............................  61  23  34  12 /   0  50  40  20
Espanola........................  59  25  41  17 /   0  60  30  10
Santa Fe........................  54  27  37  17 /   5  70  40  10
Santa Fe Airport................  57  25  39  16 /   0  60  20   5
Albuquerque Foothills...........  58  29  43  23 /   0  60  20   0
Albuquerque Heights.............  60  31  45  25 /   0  50  10   0
Albuquerque Valley..............  61  26  46  19 /   0  50  10   0
Albuquerque West Mesa...........  60  27  45  22 /   0  50  10   0
Los Lunas.......................  62  29  48  15 /   0  50   5   0
Rio Rancho......................  57  26  41  22 /   0  50  10   0
Socorro.........................  63  31  47  21 /   0  30   0   0
Sandia Park/Cedar Crest.........  56  27  36  20 /   5  70  30   0
Tijeras.........................  56  26  38  20 /   5  70  20   0
Moriarty/Estancia...............  61  22  39  17 /   0  50  10   0
Clines Corners..................  57  25  36  15 /   0  60   5   0
Gran Quivira....................  58  29  39  20 /   0  60   5   0
Carrizozo.......................  61  28  43  21 /   0  60   0   0
Ruidoso.........................  60  27  37  21 /   0  60  10   0
Capulin.........................  67  27  35   9 /   0   5  60  50
Raton...........................  69  28  39  11 /   0  10  40  40
Springer........................  71  20  44  11 /   0   5  30  10
Las Vegas.......................  62  27  39  13 /   0  20   5  10
Clayton.........................  74  31  41  18 /   0   5  30  10
Roy.............................  69  28  44  15 /   0   5  10   5
Conchas.........................  73  35  53  24 /   0   5   0   0
Santa Rosa......................  68  30  48  22 /   0   5   0   5
Tucumcari.......................  75  34  54  21 /   0   5   0   0
Clovis..........................  73  31  51  22 /   0   5   0   0
Portales........................  73  34  52  20 /   0   5   0   0
Fort Sumner.....................  72  33  52  23 /   0   5   0   0
Roswell.........................  73  33  59  23 /   0   5   0   0
Picacho.........................  67  31  49  26 /   0  10   0   0
Elk.............................  65  30  44  24 /   0  20   5   0

&&

.ABQ WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch from this evening through Sunday afternoon for the
following zones... NMZ523-524-526-539-540.

Winter Weather Advisory from 8 PM this evening to 4 PM MST Sunday
for the following zones... NMZ511-512-515>522.

Red Flag Warning from noon MST today through this afternoon for the
following zones... NMZ104-108.

High Wind Watch from Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon for
the following zones... NMZ533>538.

Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to noon MST Sunday
for the following zones... NMZ501>509.

Winter Storm Warning from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Sunday for
the following zones... NMZ510-513-514.

&&

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