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High Wind Warning 5, NWS Albuquerque, NM

February 13, 202319 counties in New Mexico

NWS Albuquerque, NM issued this high wind warning at Feb 13, 2023, 1:42 PM MST for 19 counties in New Mexico. It took effect at Feb 13, 2023, 9:00 PM MST. It was in force for 20 hr. 60 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
Feb 13, 2023, 1:42 PM MST (20:42 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 13, 2023, 9:00 PM MST
Expired
Feb 14, 2023, 5:00 PM MST
In force
20 hr
Issued by
NWS Albuquerque, NM

Counties Bernalillo County, NM, Catron County, NM, Chaves County, NM, Cibola County, NM, Colfax County, NM, Curry County, NM, De Baca County, NM, Guadalupe County, NM, Lincoln County, NM, McKinley County, NM, Mora County, NM, Quay County, NM, Roosevelt County, NM, San Miguel County, NM, Sandoval County, NM, Santa Fe County, NM, Socorro County, NM, Torrance County, NM, Valencia County, NM

The radar

The Albuquerque radar (KABX), 111 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:44 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
Feb 13, 10:17 PM MSTSNOW 4.51 Ese Alto, NM
Feb 13, 10:57 PM MSTSNOW 15 S Ojo Encino, NM
Feb 14, 1:32 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6210 Sse Magdalena, NMESTIMATE FROM MRO.
Feb 14, 4:55 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 602 Ese Ute Lake State Pa, NMMESONET STATION NMC44 LOGAN.
Feb 14, 5:00 AM MSTSNOW 32 Nnw Edgewood, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-52 EDGEWOOD 2.1 WNW.
Feb 14, 6:00 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 577 Wsw Encino, NM
Feb 14, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 15 Sw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-168 ALBUQUERQUE 5.0 E.
Feb 14, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.82 Sse Edgewood, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TR-33 EDGEWOOD 3.2 S.
Feb 14, 6:00 AM MSTSNOW 7.32 Sw Miera, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-270 MIERA 2 SW.
Feb 14, 6:13 AM MSTSNOW 21 Ssw Moriarty, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TR-32 MORIARTY 1.0 SSW.
Feb 14, 6:30 AM MSTSNOW 41 N Canones, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SN-89 JEMEZ PUEBLO 5.7 NNW.
Feb 14, 6:30 AM MSTSNOW 5.75 Sse Santa Fe, NM
Feb 14, 6:40 AM MSTSNOW 1.25 Ssw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-15 ALBUQUERQUE 5.3 E.
Feb 14, 6:45 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 6711 Se Vaughn, NMMESONET STATION NMC40 SE VAUGHN.
Feb 14, 6:50 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 623 E Puerto De Luna, NMMESONET STATION NMC38 PUERTO DE LUNA 3.3E.
Feb 14, 6:53 AM MSTSNOW 3.21 Ene San Antonito, NMSNOW DRIFTS TO 8 INCHES.
Feb 14, 6:58 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 587 E Tucumcari, NMASOS STATION KTCC TUCUMCARI MUNI AIRPORT.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 11 Ne Pojoaque Pueblo, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-96 POJOAQUE 0.7 N.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 11 N Raton, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-CL-14 RATON 1.0 N.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 11 Ssw Madrid, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-127 MADRID 0.6 SSW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 12 W Angus, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-LN-14 CAPITAN 4.3 WSW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 13 Ese North Valley, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-313 ALBUQUERQUE 3.5 NE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 14 Ssw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-367 ALBUQUERQUE 5.2 E.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1Enchanted Hills, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SN-26 RIO RANCHO 5.6 NE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1Mariposa, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SN-157 RIO RANCHO 6.0 NNW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.22 Wnw Placitas, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SN-119 PLACITAS 0.3 SSE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.24 S Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-66 SANDIA HEIGHTS 4.0 S.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.32 Nw Carnuel, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-309 ALBUQUERQUE 8.1 ESE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.32 Se Madrid, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-189 MADRID 1.9 SE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.41 Wsw Agua Fria, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-94 SANTA FE 5.3 WSW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.51 Wsw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-365 ALBUQUERQUE 7.4 ENE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.53 Nne Los Cerrillos, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-102 LOS CERRILLOS 3 NNE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.53 Nne Los Cerrillos, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-68 LOS CERRILLOS 3 NE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.54 Se Chilili, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-TR-20 ESTANCIA 9.4 NW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.71 Ssw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-268 ALBUQUERQUE 8.1 ENE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.9Agua Fria, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-172 SANTA FE 4.1 WSW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 21 Nw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-17 ALBUQUERQUE 8 NE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 22 Ne Placitas, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SN-45 PLACITAS 3.8 ENE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 23 E Santa Cruz, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-90 ESPANOLA 3.8 ESE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.31 Nnw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-400 ALBUQUERQUE 8.7 NE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.32 S Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-8 ALBUQUERQUE 7.8 ENE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.32 Sw Agua Fria, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-44 SANTA FE 7 SW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.51 Ene Alto, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-LN-39 ALTO 0.3 N.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.61 Sw Sandia Heights, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-366 ALBUQUERQUE 7.7 ENE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.7Tijeras, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-437 TIJERAS 0.4 SE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 2.82 Ese Manzano, NM
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 33 Nne Bonito Lake, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-LN-13 NOGAL 4.6 SSE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.14 N Agua Fria, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-187 SANTA FE 4.1 WNW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.54 Nnw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-209 SANTA FE 10.6 SSE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.75 Ne Alto, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-LN-36 RUIDOSO 5.6 NNE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.82 E San Antonito, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-183 SANDIA PARK 3.6 ESE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 3.84 Nw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-81 SANTA FE 10.7 S.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 41 N Santa Fe, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-159 SANTA FE 1.1 N.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.12 N Santa Fe, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-88 SANTA FE 2.4 N.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.25 Nw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-70 LAMY 5 NW.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.34 Nnw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-124 SANTA FE 10.6 SSE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.35 Nw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-167 SANTA FE 10.2 S.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.72 W Ponderosa Pines, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-BR-233 PONDEROSA 2 W.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.74 Nnw Lamy, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-31 SANTA FE 10.3 SSE.
Feb 14, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.91 Ese Santa Fe, NMCOCORAHS STATION NM-SF-164 SANTA FE 0.7 ESE.

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, 8.7 hours before the alert went out and 88 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 2023-02-13Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Albuquerq/Krtlnd, NM at 12:00Z on 2023-02-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 171 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 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
1729 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
71 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
171 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
272 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

845 
WWUS75 KABQ 132042
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

NMZ226-140500-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0004.230214T0400Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0400Z-230215T0000Z/
South Central Mountains-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. 
  Localized higher gusts up to 75 mph are possible.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible this evening through 
  early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-241-140500-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0004.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands, Southwest 
  Mountains, West Central Highlands, and West Central Mountains.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially 
  for high profile vehicles on north to south oriented roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible this evening through 
  early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ215-140500-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0004.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially 
  for high profile vehicles on north to south oriented roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and reduced visibilities in 
  blowing snow are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ221-223-229-232>240-140500-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0004.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-Central Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chaves
County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northeast, and 
  southeast New Mexico.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially 
  for high profile vehicles on north to south oriented roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and blowing snow are possible 
  across the higher elevations while blowing dust is possible at 
  lower elevations. Reduced visibility is possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ222-140500-
/O.UPG.KABQ.HW.A.0004.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
Estancia Valley-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Estancia Valley.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and reduced visibilities in 
  blowing snow are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

NMZ205-209-224-228-231-140500-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Plateau-San Francisco River Valley-South Central
Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Harding County-
142 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...South Central Highlands, Far Northeast Highlands, Harding 
  County, San Francisco River Valley, and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
084 
WWUS75 KABQ 140007
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

NMZ221-140500-
/O.EXT.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T1400Z-230215T0000Z/
Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ226-140500-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0400Z-230215T0000Z/
South Central Mountains-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 
PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. 
  Localized higher gusts up to 75 mph are possible.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible this evening through 
  early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-241-140500-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM 
MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands, Southwest 
  Mountains, West Central Highlands, and West Central Mountains.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible this evening through 
  early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ215-140500-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM 
MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and reduced visibilities in 
  blowing snow are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ223-229-232>240-140500-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
Central Highlands-Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-
Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De
Baca County-Chaves County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest
Chaves County-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM 
MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northeast, and 
  southeast New Mexico.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and blowing snow are possible 
  across the higher elevations while blowing dust is possible at 
  lower elevations. Reduced visibility is possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ205-209-222-224-228-231-140500-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Plateau-San Francisco River Valley-Estancia Valley-
South Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Harding County-
507 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Estancia Valley, South Central Highlands, Far Northeast 
  Highlands, Harding County, San Francisco River Valley, and West 
  Central Plateau.

* WHEN...From Midnight tonight to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow and reduced visibilities in 
  blowing snow are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Guyer
329 
WWUS75 KABQ 140430
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
930 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

NMZ226-141800-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
South Central Mountains-
930 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible this evening through 
  early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-215-223-229-232>241-141800-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chaves
County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-San
Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
930 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, 
  northeast, southeast, and west central New Mexico.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ221-141800-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.230214T1400Z-230215T0000Z/
Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-
930 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ205-209-222-224-228-231-141800-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.230214T0700Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Plateau-San Francisco River Valley-Estancia Valley-
South Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Harding County-
930 PM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Estancia Valley, South Central Highlands, Far Northeast 
  Highlands, Harding County, San Francisco River Valley, and West 
  Central Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

33
077 
WWUS75 KABQ 141739
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1039 AM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

NMZ206>208-215-223-229-232>241-150000-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Central Highlands-
Northeast Highlands-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-
Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chaves
County Plains-Eastern Lincoln County-Southwest Chaves County-San
Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
1039 AM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, 
  northeast, southeast, and west central New Mexico.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous cross winds are expected on north 
  to south oriented roadways and will be especially dangerous for 
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ221-150000-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood-
1039 AM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ226-150000-
/O.CON.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
South Central Mountains-
1039 AM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. 
  Localized higher gusts up to 75 mph are possible.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ205-209-222-224-228-231-150000-
/O.CON.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Plateau-San Francisco River Valley-Estancia Valley-
South Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Harding County-
1039 AM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Estancia Valley, South Central Highlands, Far Northeast 
  Highlands, Harding County, San Francisco River Valley, and West 
  Central Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

11
789 
WWUS75 KABQ 142355
NPWABQ

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

NMZ240-151100-
/O.EXP.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.HW.W.0006.230215T1200Z-230216T0000Z/
Southwest Chaves County-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph overnight, 
  then increasing west 30 to 40 mph with occasional gusts to 60 mph 
  early Wednesday morning.

* WHERE...Southwest Chaves County.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous cross winds are expected on north 
  to south oriented roadways and will be especially dangerous for 
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or 
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions 
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles 
who should consider delaying travel.

&&

$$

NMZ232>238-151100-
/O.EXP.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0011.230215T1700Z-230216T0000Z/
Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry
County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chaves County Plains-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph overnight, 
  then increasing southwest to west 25 to 35 mph with occasional 
  gusts to 55 mph late Wednesday morning.

* WHERE...Curry County, De Baca County, Guadalupe County, Quay 
  County, Roosevelt County, Eastern San Miguel County, and Chaves 
  County Plains.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous cross winds are expected on north 
  to south oriented roadways and will be especially dangerous for 
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

NMZ239-151100-
/O.EXP.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0011.230215T1200Z-230216T0000Z/
Eastern Lincoln County-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts to 40 mph, increasing 
  west 25 to 35 mph with occasional gusts to 55 mph early Wednesday 
  morning.

* WHERE...Eastern Lincoln County.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous cross winds are expected on north 
  to south oriented roadways and will be especially dangerous for 
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

NMZ206>208-215-221-223-226-229-241-150100-
/O.EXP.KABQ.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Mountains-West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains-Sandia and Manzano
Mountains including Edgewood-Central Highlands-South Central
Mountains-Northeast Highlands-San Agustin Plains and Adjacent
Lowlands-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

Windy conditions will persist through the evening hours, but well 
below high wind warning threshold.

$$

NMZ205-209-222-224-228-231-150100-
/O.EXP.KABQ.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-230215T0000Z/
West Central Plateau-San Francisco River Valley-Estancia Valley-
South Central Highlands-Far Northeast Highlands-Harding County-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

Breezy to locally windy conditions will persist, but below advisory 
threshold.

$$

NMZ220-225-151100-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WI.Y.0011.230215T1200Z-230216T0000Z/
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Upper Tularosa Valley-
455 PM MST Tue Feb 14 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Lower Rio Grande Valley and Upper Tularosa Valley.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous crosswinds are likely on north to 
  south oriented roadways, especially impacting high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

11

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Albuquerque, NM wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Feb 13, 11:08 AM MST, 2 hours 34 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 13, 11:08 AM MST, 2 hours 34 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion...UPDATED
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
1108 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...New AVIATION...

.SYNOPSIS...
Issued at 227 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

A pair of winter storms will bring deteriorating weather
conditions to the Land of Enchantment through Wednesday. Mountain
snow and a mix of lower elevation rain and snow will spread
across the area today. Winter driving conditions are expected to
develop across the northern high terrain with slick spots
elsewhere. Late tonight and through the day Tuesday, strong to
damaging winds are expected. Gusts between 50 and 70 mph will
possible. Another round of snow is expected to begin Tuesday
afternoon and continue through Wednesday, while strong to damaging
winds persist as well. Blowing and drifting snow, low
visibilities and treacherous driving conditions will be likely
Tuesday night through Wednesday for portions of New Mexico.
Temperatures will be unseasonably cold on Wednesday and Thursday,
but a warming trend will begin Friday.

&&

.SHORT TERM...
(Today through Tuesday)
Issued at 227 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

Closed upper-level low centered near Yuma, AZ early this morning is
forecast to move nearly due east along the southern border of AZ
today. Both hi-res and global weather prediction models agree that
rain with snow above about 6,000-6,500 feet elevation move into far
west-central and northwest areas state late this morning into early
afternoon. Bands of showers are then forecast to break out in
central NM during the afternoon as the low center moves to near
Winslow, AZ. Heaviest snow is forecast for far northwest NM from the
Chuska Mountains northwest of Gallup northeastward to Chaco Culture,
Nageezi, and Lindrith north to Dulce and Chama. Highway 550 will
likely be significantly impacted from just south of Cuba to near the
Angel Peak Badlands turnoff or so. Blowing and drifting snow will
likely accompany the cold front as it moves through this area just
after sunset. I-40 will also likely see impacts along and near the
Continental Divide but models indicative of more fleeting impacts
accompanying the front. Highway 84 from near Abiquiu Reservoir north
to Chama will also see significant travel impacts from snow packed
roads and low visibility in falling snow and blowing snow this
evening and overnight. After midnight, the Sangre de Cristo
mountains get into the action with a band of heavy snow developing
late tonight/early Tuesday morning, impacting travel on Highway 68
from near Velarde to Taos, Questa and Costilla.

After sunrise Tuesday morning, snow shifts to mostly orographic
along west facing slopes of the northern and western mountains as
west and northwest winds rip thanks to surface low pressure
deepening to 989mb over southeast CO. That's a 17 mb difference
between ABQ and La Junta, CO and a 29mb difference between the
bootheel and La Junta. Added the east slopes of the Sangre de Cristo
mountains to the High Wind Watch for late tonight through 00Z
Wednesday as a result of the very strong pressure difference.
Blowing and drifting snow is also a good bet for exposed areas in
the northern and western mountains while the eastern plains likely
deal with patchy to areas of blowing dust. Downsloping into the RGV
will likely keep the ABQ metro from seeing more than a brief period
of rain and snow along the surface front and directly beneath the
cold core aloft. Slight chance for at least a few lightning strikes
are possible this afternoon, mainly for western and central
locations as the -28C cold core moves overhead.

&&

.LONG TERM...
(Tuesday night through Sunday)
Issued at 227 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

The second upper low will continue to shift toward the Four
Corners Tuesday night. A strong associated cold front will
continue to push from west to east overnight through Wednesday
morning. It still appears a band of moderate to heavy snow will
develop along the front, with some of the heaviest snow stretching
from near Gallup and the I-40 Continental Divide area
northeastward toward the Tusas and Jemez Mountains. Strong winds
behind the front will undoubtedly create areas of blowing snow and
reduced visibility, and roadways will likely become treacherous
quickly with the high snow rates and cold temperatures. Latest
model guidance shows the band weakening considerably before it
reaches the Rio Grande Valley, however, what snow does occur (up
to an inch or so in ABQ, perhaps up to 2" in Santa Fe) should
still arrive around the Wednesday morning commute and may make the
commute dicey. The band of snow will continue to become less
organized as it reaches the Central Mountain Chain and especially
beyond with downslope flow east of the mountains. However, snow
showers should continue through much of the day across central and
western NM. Meanwhile, Wednesday morning, the backdoor segment of
the cold front will push into northeast NM. With strong diffluent
flow ahead of the 5H low and strong northerly surface flow behind
the front, combined with plenty of moisture, should yield
moderate to heavy snow rates from the Sangre de Cristo Mountains
eastward, particularly near the CO border. This heavier snow could
persist through much of the day and may result in very difficult
driving along I-25 near Raton Pass as well as along U.S. Highway
64/87 from Raton to Clayton. Blowing and drifting snow will be
likely. Snow will finally wind down late Wednesday night.

Though strong winds were mentioned behind the front and in
conjunction with blowing snow, it should be noted that winds
south of I-40 will be quite strong once again, with gusts between
50 and 65 mph common, and upwards up 70 mph across the South
Central Mountains. It's likely that the High Wind Watch for
Tuesday's winds may get upgrade and extended in time in later
shifts. Areas that do not get appreciable precipitation will be
subject to blowing dust in these areas.

Wednesday and Thursday will both be unseasonably cold, with
temperatures as much as 15 to 30 degrees below normal. Of course,
Wednesday will feel worse given the winds. Wind chill values will
be in the single digits and teens for most areas.

The warming trend begins Friday as an upper level ridge translates
over the state. Warmer temperatures continue through the weekend
as west to southwest flow aloft returns ahead of another storm
system early next week.

&&

.AVIATION...
(18Z TAFS)
Issued at 1038 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

A rapidly deteriorating period is expected with several hazards
projected across the CWFA. Precipitation is breaking out across
western NM and satellite is already showing convective features.
While the western TAFs do not mention thunder, a few storms will
be possible through late afternoon/early evening, which will also
support gusty/erratic winds. Lower cigs and pcpn will spread over
the region as an upr low in southern AZ/northwest Mexico traverses
the state overnight. Widespread MVFR/embedded IFR cigs are likely
for the western TAFs along with mtn obscurations. More persistent
IFR conditions are likely for the northern mts as orographic pcpn
persists until 18Z/Tuesday. Increasing winds are likely tonight
and will be strong to damaging in nature at the surface thru late
Tues afternoon for many areas along/south of I-40 and lee of the
Sangre de Cristos. There is also very high confidence for LLWS at
the KABQ, KAEG, KSAF and KLVS terminals from 08Z-14Z. The impacts
of storm number two could begin in the far northwest parts of the
state near the very end of the current TAF period, including KFMN.
DPorter

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued at 227 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

Three winter storms systems remain in line to move through NM during
the next week. The first system moves in from AZ today with rain and
heavy mountain snow forecast for the western and northern mountains
starting late today through Tuesday. Accompanying the rain and heavy
mountain snow will be very strong to damaging winds for much of
central and eastern NM Tuesday. Near critical to critical conditions
remain on track for east-central plains Tuesday afternoon as very
strong to high winds combine with strong downsloping effects. The
second, colder winter storm is forecast to begin bringing moderate
to heavy snow to the northwest third Tuesday afternoon, spreading to
the northwest half or so Tuesday night and Wednesday. Bitterly cold
temperatures move in on Wednesday and continue through Thursday with
highs remaining below to well below average for mid February. The
third system in the series remains in the forecast for early next
week.

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Farmington......................  53  29  43  21 /  70  70  80  70
Dulce...........................  52  21  36  16 /  90  90  90  80
Cuba............................  49  24  37  16 /  80  90  70  80
Gallup..........................  47  24  36  18 /  60  60  70  90
El Morro........................  47  23  36  17 /  70  50  50  90
Grants..........................  50  23  40  18 /  70  40  30  90
Quemado.........................  47  23  42  19 /  70  50  30  80
Magdalena.......................  52  27  45  24 /  50  20   0  70
Datil...........................  47  23  39  20 /  50  30   5  80
Reserve.........................  49  20  42  20 /  80  30  30  90
Glenwood........................  51  29  46  25 /  80  40  40  90
Chama...........................  46  18  30  12 /  90 100  90  80
Los Alamos......................  47  28  38  21 /  80  70  70  70
Pecos...........................  50  25  38  18 /  80  80  50  60
Cerro/Questa....................  48  28  37  18 /  60  70  50  80
Red River.......................  45  18  28  12 /  70  70  70  80
Angel Fire......................  43  19  29  14 /  70  70  60  80
Taos............................  50  22  38  18 /  60  80  50  70
Mora............................  49  23  39  18 /  60 100  40  60
Espanola........................  56  29  46  24 /  70  70  60  70
Santa Fe........................  50  27  38  21 /  80  90  70  80
Santa Fe Airport................  53  28  41  23 /  80  80  50  80
Albuquerque Foothills...........  58  30  46  26 /  80  70  30  70
Albuquerque Heights.............  59  31  48  28 /  70  60  20  70
Albuquerque Valley..............  61  33  50  27 /  70  50  10  70
Albuquerque West Mesa...........  59  32  49  26 /  70  60  20  70
Belen...........................  61  29  56  28 /  60  50   5  70
Bernalillo......................  61  32  49  27 /  80  70  30  80
Bosque Farms....................  61  30  53  26 /  70  50  10  70
Corrales........................  60  31  50  26 /  70  60  20  70
Los Lunas.......................  61  30  54  27 /  60  50  10  70
Placitas........................  55  30  43  26 /  80  70  40  80
Rio Rancho......................  59  30  51  26 /  70  60  20  70
Socorro.........................  60  30  56  31 /  50  20   0  60
Sandia Park/Cedar Crest.........  50  27  41  22 /  80  60  40  70
Tijeras.........................  53  29  43  23 /  80  60  40  70
Edgewood........................  54  26  43  23 /  80  50  40  60
Moriarty/Estancia...............  55  24  46  24 /  80  50  30  60
Clines Corners..................  50  24  41  21 /  70  80  20  50
Mountainair.....................  56  26  45  23 /  70  40   5  50
Gran Quivira....................  56  25  46  24 /  70  40   5  50
Carrizozo.......................  62  28  50  30 /  70  40   0  50
Ruidoso.........................  56  24  41  27 /  80  60   5  40
Capulin.........................  49  24  46  18 /  30  50  10  60
Raton...........................  52  24  48  22 /  30  60   5  70
Springer........................  54  24  48  23 /  20  60   5  50
Las Vegas.......................  50  27  43  20 /  50  90  20  50
Clayton.........................  54  30  56  23 /  20  60  20  40
Roy.............................  52  29  51  25 /  20  70   5  40
Conchas.........................  59  34  55  31 /  30  80   0  20
Santa Rosa......................  56  32  51  31 /  40 100   5  20
Tucumcari.......................  60  34  56  31 /  20  80   0   5
Clovis..........................  61  33  56  32 /  20  90   0   0
Portales........................  63  33  59  33 /  20  90   0   5
Fort Sumner.....................  61  34  56  33 /  30  80   0  10
Roswell.........................  65  37  64  35 /  30  60   0   5
Picacho.........................  61  32  54  34 /  50  30   0  10
Elk.............................  63  27  51  32 /  50  20   0  20

&&

.ABQ WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch from late tonight through Tuesday afternoon for
NMZ206>208-215-221>223-229-232>241.

Winter Storm Warning until 7 AM MST Tuesday for NMZ203-210-211-
213-214.

High Wind Watch from 9 PM MST this evening through Tuesday
afternoon for NMZ226.

&&

SHORT TERM...33
LONG TERM....34
AVIATION...46

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Feb 13, 9:04 AM MST, 4 hours 38 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
904 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

NMZ201-202-204>209-212-216>226-239>241-140600-
Northwest Plateau-Chuska Mountains-Northwest Highlands-
West Central Plateau-West Central Mountains-
West Central Highlands-Southwest Mountains-
San Francisco River Valley-Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass-
Upper Rio Grande Valley-Espanola Valley-Santa Fe Metro Area-
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area-
Lower Rio Grande Valley-
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood-Estancia Valley-
Central Highlands-South Central Highlands-Upper Tularosa Valley-
South Central Mountains-Eastern Lincoln County-
Southwest Chaves County-San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands-
904 AM MST Mon Feb 13 2023

...WINTER TRAVEL CONDITIONS EXPECTED ACROSS WESTERN AND CENTRAL
NEW MEXICO THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE EVENING...

A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 11 AM MST through 7
AM MST Tuesday across the northern high terrain where significant
snowfall accumulations can be expected, creating difficult travel
conditions. While total snow amounts will be lower across western
New Mexico and the central and south central mountains, minor to
locally moderate travel impacts can be expected as a storm system
continues to approach the region and snow levels lower.

Precipitation is expected to develop across the Upper Gila region
by late this morning, then spread north and east into northern and
central New Mexico this afternoon and evening. Given the amount of
instability in the atmosphere, there will be a threat for isolated
thunderstorms this afternoon over western New Mexico. Snow levels
will initially range from 6,000 to 7,500 feet then gradually lower
throughout the day. As a result, thundersnow will be possibility,
creating a threat for rapidly changing road conditions and reduced
visibilities, particularly along U.S. Highway 60, Interstate 40 at
the Continental Divide as well as U.S. Highway 550 from near Cuba
to Nageezi. Any thunderstorm will also be capable of wind gusts up
to 50 mph. Snow accumulations by late this evening will range from
around half an inch to two inches for locales below 7,500 feet and
generally two to four inches in the higher terrain.

For the latest New Mexico road conditions call 511 or visit
nmroads.com. Stay tuned to the latest weather forecast and
statements regarding this fast moving storm at weather.gov/abq
or through your preferred media outlet.

DPorter

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 13, 1:42 PM MSTWind AdvisoryABQBernalillo, Catron, Cibola, Colfax, Harding, Lincoln and 6 more27 hr
Feb 13, 2:04 PM MSTSpecial Weather StatementABQBernalillo26 min
Feb 13, 2:11 PM MSTWinter Storm WatchABQCatron, Cibola, Colfax, Harding, Lincoln, Los Alamos and 10 more14 hr
Feb 13, 2:11 PM MSTWinter Weather AdvisoryABQBernalillo, McKinley, Rio Arriba, Sandoval, San Juan, San Miguel and 4 more17 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.