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Winter Storm Warning 12, NWS Albuquerque, NM

December 27, 20219 counties in New Mexico

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this winter storm warning at Dec 27, 2021, 3:06 PM MST for 9 counties in New Mexico. It took effect at Dec 27, 2021, 8:00 PM MST. It was in force for 39 hr. 46 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Dec 27, 2021, 3:06 PM MST (22:06 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 27, 2021, 8:00 PM MST
Expired
Dec 29, 2021, 11:00 AM MST
In force
39 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

Counties Colfax County, NM, Los Alamos County, NM, Mora County, NM, Rio Arriba County, NM, San Juan County, NM, San Miguel County, NM, Sandoval County, NM, Santa Fe County, NM, Taos County, NM

The radar

The Albuquerque radar (KABX), 127 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:09 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 28, 8:26 AM MSTSNOW 23 E Angel Fire, NMANGEL FIRE SKI RESORT.
Dec 28, 8:27 AM MSTSNOW 16 W Los Alamos, NMPAJARITO SKI AREA.
Dec 28, 8:27 AM MSTSNOW 1Red River, NMRED RIVER SKI AREA.
Dec 28, 8:28 AM MSTSNOW 23 Nw Tres Ritos, NMSIPAPU SKI AREA.
Dec 28, 4:00 PM MSTSNOW 2Eagle Nest, NMCO-OP OBSERVER STATION EGNN5 EAGLE NEST.
Dec 28, 4:00 PM MSTSNOW 3Chama, NM
Dec 29, 3:57 AM MSTSNOW 36 W Los Alamos, NM
Dec 29, 5:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.52 N Bloomfield, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-49 BLOOMFIELD 1.7 N.
Dec 29, 5:16 AM MSTSNOW 37 E Chupadero, NM
Dec 29, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.43 Ne Farmington, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-26 FARMINGTON 3.0 NE.
Dec 29, 6:16 AM MSTSNOW 6Red River, NM
Dec 29, 6:23 AM MSTSNOW 23 Nw Tres Ritos, NM
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 11 Ssw Madrid, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-127 MADRID 0.6 SSW.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 13 Wsw Abiquiu Lake, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-RA-28 YOUNGSVILLE 5.4 NE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.12 Ne Chacon, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-MR-13 CHACON 2.1 ENE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.12 Nw Edgewood, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-50 EDGEWOOD 2.7 W.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.2Angel Fire, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-CL-6 ANGEL FIRE 0.2 SSE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.31 Ese Aztec Ruins Natio, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-60 AZTEC 0.9 E.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.41 Ese Aztec, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-50 AZTEC 1.0 ESE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.45 Ese Black Lake, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-CL-1 ANGEL FIRE 10.2 SSE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.52 Se Madrid, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-189 MADRID 1.9 SE.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 21 Nnw Navajo Dam, NMCO-OP OBSERVER STATION BLNN5 1.2 N NAVAJO DAM.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.11 Ssw La Madera, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-RA-7 ALCALDE 19 N.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.22 Nw El Rito, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-RA-23 EL RITO 2.3 NW.
Dec 29, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.9San Cristobal, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TS-59 SAN CRISTOBAL 0.1 NE.
Dec 29, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 11 Wsw Los Alamos, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-LA-18 LOS ALAMOS 2.5 WSW.
Dec 29, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 13 S Farmington, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-27 FARMINGTON 2.8 S.
Dec 29, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 31 S Arroyo Hondo, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TS-47 ARROYO HONDO 1.5 S.
Dec 29, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 35 Wsw Arroyo Hondo, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TS-1 ARROYO HONDO 4.8 WSW.
Dec 29, 8:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.11 E Arroyo Seco, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TS-33 ARROYO SECO 1.4 E.
Dec 29, 8:04 AM MSTSNOW 1.41 Ese Aztec, NM
Dec 29, 8:17 AM MSTSNOW 1.41 Ese Cedar Hill, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SJ-38 AZTEC 9.9 NE.
Dec 29, 10:30 AM MSTSNOW 75 Nw Chama, NM
Dec 29, 10:31 AM MSTSNOW 77 E Canjilon, NM
Dec 29, 10:32 AM MSTSNOW 911 Nnw Canon Plaza, NM
Dec 29, 10:34 AM MSTSNOW 78 Ssw San Miguel, NM
Dec 29, 10:35 AM MSTSNOW 29 E Cuba, NM
Dec 29, 10:36 AM MSTSNOW 44 Nnw Tres Ritos, NM
Dec 29, 10:37 AM MSTSNOW 49 Ne Enchanted Forest X, NM
Dec 29, 10:38 AM MSTSNOW 25 Sse Llano Largo, NM
Dec 29, 10:39 AM MSTSNOW 71 Ssw Taos Ski Valley, NM
Dec 29, 10:42 AM MSTSNOW 42 Se Enchanted Forest X, NM
Dec 29, 10:43 AM MSTSNOW 22 Wnw Angel Fire, NM
Dec 29, 10:43 AM MSTSNOW 65 Ssw Toadlena, NM
Dec 29, 10:52 AM MSTSNOW 28 Sw Rociada, NM
Dec 29, 10:58 AM MSTSNOW 8Taos Ski Valley, NM

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM (KABQ), launched 12:00Z, 10.1 hours before the alert went out and 126 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM at 12:00Z on 2021-12-27Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM at 12:00Z on 2021-12-27The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 186 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 km3 km6 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2278 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
115 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
186 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
156 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

880 
WWUS45 KABQ 272206
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
306 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER TRAVEL IMPACTS EXPECTED TONIGHT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY 
MORNING IN THE NORTHERN HIGH TERRAIN...

NMZ210-211-213-214-280600-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0011.211228T0300Z-211229T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WS.W.0012.211228T0300Z-211229T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Northern Sangre
de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
306 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM 
MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow as well as blowing and drifting snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations in the Tusas Mountains will range from 8 
  and 16 inches with locally in excess of two feet over mountain 
  peaks. For the Jemez Mountains, 2 to 6 inches of snow is expected 
  below 8,500 feet with 6 to 14 inches above 8,500 feet. For the 
  Sangre de Cristo Mountains, 3 to 8 inches of snow is likely with 
  amounts in excess of one foot at mountain pass level. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph will create near blizzard conditions and 
  significant drifting of snow, especially in the Tusas Mountains.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas 
  Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64. Some roads may be closed. Significant 
  travel delays are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact 
  the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ202-203-280600-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WS.A.0011.211228T0300Z-211229T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.211228T0300Z-211229T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
306 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM 
MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected as well as areas of blowing and drifting 
  snow. Total snow accumulations for the Chuska Mountains will range 
  from 4 to 12 inches, highest over the mountain peaks. Meanwhile, 3 
  to 8 inches are expected below 7,000 feet across the northwest 
  highlands with 6 to 12 inches above 7,000 feet. Wind gusts up to 
  45 mph will create poor visibility and areas of blowing and 
  drifting snow, especially in the Chuska Mountains.

* WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands and Chuska Mountains.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially along U.S. 
  Highway 84 and State Route 134. Tire chains may be necessary if 
  traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

12/46
6 follow-up statements
153 
WWUS45 KABQ 280552
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1052 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

NMZ210-211-213-214-281400-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Northern Sangre
de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
1052 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow as well as blowing and drifting snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations in the Tusas Mountains will range from 8 
  and 16 inches with locally in excess of two feet over mountain 
  peaks. For the Jemez Mountains, 2 to 6 inches of snow is expected 
  below 8,500 feet with 6 to 14 inches above 8,500 feet. For the 
  Sangre de Cristo Mountains, 3 to 8 inches of snow is likely with 
  amounts in excess of one foot at mountain pass level. Winds 
  gusting to 50 mph will create near blizzard conditions at times 
  and significant drifting of snow.  Wind gusts around 60 mph are 
  expected over the high peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains 
  late Monday night.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas 
  Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64. Some roads may be closed. Significant 
  travel delays are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact 
  the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ202-203-281400-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains-Far Northwest Highlands-
1052 PM MST Mon Dec 27 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected as well as areas of blowing and drifting 
  snow. Total snow accumulations for the Chuska Mountains will range 
  from 4 to 12 inches, highest over the mountain peaks. Meanwhile, 3 
  to 8 inches are expected below 7,000 feet across the northwest 
  highlands with 6 to 12 inches above 7,000 feet. Wind gusts up to 
  45 mph will create poor visibility and areas of blowing and 
  drifting snow, especially in the Chuska Mountains.

* WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands and Chuska Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially along U.S. 
  Highway 84 and State Route 134. Tire chains may be necessary if 
  traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

44
602 
WWUS45 KABQ 280905
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
205 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

NMZ203-281915-
/O.UPG.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Far Northwest Highlands-
205 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 35 mph will create poor visibility 
  and areas of blowing, especially in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64 and State Road 537. Some roads may be closed 
  and significant travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be 
  necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ210-211-213-214-281915-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Northern Sangre
de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
205 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations in the Tusas Mountains will range from 8 to 16 
  inches with locally over two feet above 10,000 feet. For the Jemez 
  Mountains, 2 to 6 inches of snow is expected below 7,500 feet with 
  6 to 12 inches above 7,500 feet. For the Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, 6 to 12 inches of snow is expected with over one foot 
  above 10,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will create 
  near blizzard conditions with significant blowing and drifting 
  snow in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas 
  Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64. Some roads may be closed and significant 
  travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be necessary if 
  traveling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down 
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ201-204>206-208-281915-
/O.EXB.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.211229T0100Z-211229T1800Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West
Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-
205 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM 
MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Locally higher amounts up to 5 inches are possible along the 
  Continental Divide.

* WHERE...Northwest Highlands, Northwest Plateau, Southwest 
  Mountains, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of I-40 and U.S. Highway 550. Travel could be 
  difficult at times with low visibility and patchy blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ202-281915-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains-
205 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  5 to 10 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 mph will create poor 
  visibility and areas of blowing and drifting snow, especially in 
  the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Chuska Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed and icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of State Road 134. Travel could be very 
  difficult at times with low visibility and areas of blowing snow. 
  Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

Guyer
050 
WWUS45 KABQ 281851
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1151 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

NMZ203-290500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Far Northwest Highlands-
1151 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 35 mph will create poor visibility 
  and areas of blowing, especially in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday. Most of the snow falling 
  overnight into Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64 and State Road 537. Some roads may be closed 
  and significant travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be 
  necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ210-211-213-214-290500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Northern Sangre
de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
1151 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations in the Tusas Mountains will range from 8 to 16 
  inches with locally over two feet above 10,000 feet. For the Jemez 
  Mountains, 2 to 6 inches of snow is expected below 7,500 feet with 
  6 to 12 inches above 7,500 feet. For the Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, 6 to 12 inches of snow is expected with over one foot 
  above 10,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will create 
  near blizzard conditions with significant blowing and drifting 
  snow in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas 
  Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday. Most of the snow falling 
  overnight into Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64. Some roads may be closed and significant 
  travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be necessary if 
  traveling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down 
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ202-290500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains-
1151 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  5 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 mph will create poor visibility 
  and areas of blowing and drifting snow, especially in the higher 
  terrain.

* WHERE...Chuska Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday. Most of the snow will fall 
  overnight into Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed and icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of State Road 134. Travel could be very 
  difficult at times with low visibility and areas of blowing snow. 
  Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ201-204>206-208-290500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.211229T0100Z-211229T1800Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West
Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-
1151 AM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 11 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Locally higher amounts up to 5 inches are possible along the 
  Continental Divide.

* WHERE...Northwest Highlands, Northwest Plateau, Southwest 
  Mountains, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Wednesday. Most of the 
  snow will fall overnight into Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of I-40 and U.S. Highway 550. Travel could be 
  difficult at times with low visibility and patchy blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

11
748 
WWUS45 KABQ 290426
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
926 PM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

NMZ203-291230-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Far Northwest Highlands-
926 PM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 35 mph will create poor visibility 
  and areas of blowing, especially in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Far Northwest Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64 and State Road 537. Some roads may be closed 
  and significant travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be 
  necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ210-211-213-214-291230-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez Mountains-Northern Sangre
de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
926 PM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations in the Tusas Mountains will range from 8 to 16 
  inches with locally over two feet above 10,000 feet. For the Jemez 
  Mountains, 2 to 6 inches of snow is expected below 7,500 feet with 
  6 to 12 inches above 7,500 feet. For the Sangre de Cristo 
  Mountains, 6 to 12 inches of snow is expected with over one foot 
  above 10,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will create 
  near blizzard conditions with significant blowing and drifting 
  snow in the higher terrain.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tusas 
  Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially 
  along U.S. Highway 64. Some roads may be closed and significant 
  travel delays are possible. Tire chains may be necessary if 
  traveling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down 
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ201-204>206-208-291230-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Highlands-West Central Plateau-West
Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-
926 PM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Locally higher amounts up to 5 inches are possible along the 
  Continental Divide.

* WHERE...Northwest Highlands, Northwest Plateau, Southwest 
  Mountains, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed or icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of I-40 and U.S. Highway 550. Travel could be 
  difficult at times with low visibility and patchy blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ202-291230-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains-
926 PM MST Tue Dec 28 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  5 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 40 mph will create poor visibility 
  and areas of blowing and drifting snow, especially in the higher 
  terrain.

* WHERE...Chuska Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed and icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of State Road 134. Travel could be very 
  difficult at times with low visibility and areas of blowing snow. 
  Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$
687 
WWUS45 KABQ 291003
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
303 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

NMZ203-210-211-213-214-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Far Northwest Highlands-Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez
Mountains-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de
Cristo Mountains-
303 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, except 5 to 10 inches above 9,000 
  feet. The combination of snow and blowing snow will lead to poor 
  visibility, especially through mountainous terrain.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Far 
  Northwest Highlands, Tusas Mountains Including Chama, and Jemez 
  Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially along U.S. 
  Highway 64. Some roads may be closed and significant travel delays 
  are possible. Tire chains may be necessary if traveling through 
  mountain passes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

NMZ201-202-204>206-208-291800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Northwest Highlands-West
Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-
303 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. The combination of snow and 
  blowing snow will lead to poor visibility, especially through 
  mountainous terrain.

* WHERE...Western Mountains, Northwest Plateau, Northwest Highlands, 
  and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow packed and icy road conditions. This 
  includes portions of Interstate 40 and U.S. Highway 550. Travel 
  could be difficult at times with low visibility and areas of 
  blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

&&

$$

Guyer
668 
WWUS45 KABQ 291737
WSWABQ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1037 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

NMZ203-210-211-213-214-291845-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WS.W.0012.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Far Northwest Highlands-Tusas Mountains Including Chama-Jemez
Mountains-Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Southern Sangre de
Cristo Mountains-
1037 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Although a few areas of light snow will continue this afternoon over 
the higher peaks, much of the accumulation has ended. Any additional 
snow accumulations will be generally less than one inch.

$$

NMZ201-202-204>206-208-291845-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211229T1800Z/
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Northwest Highlands-West
Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-
1037 AM MST Wed Dec 29 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Though a few areas of snow continue, much of the accumulation has 
ended. Any additional snow accumulations will generally be less than 
an inch. Therefore, additional impacts are not expected, and the 
Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Albuquerque, NM issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 27, 3:37 AM MSTWinter Storm WatchABQColfax, Los Alamos, McKinley, Mora, Rio Arriba, Sandoval and 4 more11 hr
Dec 27, 5:00 AM MSTHigh Wind WatchABQChaves, Lincoln7 hr
Dec 27, 5:00 AM MSTWind AdvisoryABQChaves, Lincoln12 hr
Dec 27, 11:42 AM MSTHigh Wind WarningABQChaves, Lincoln15 hr
Dec 27, 3:06 PM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryABQCatron, Cibola, McKinley, Rio Arriba, Sandoval, San Juan and 1 more44 hr
Dec 27, 3:23 PM MSTWind AdvisoryABQBernalillo, Chaves, Colfax, Lincoln, Mora, Sandoval and 5 more25 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.