Winter Storm Warning

Above, the front yard in February 2020. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Albuquerque NM

203 AM MST Thu Jan 8 2026

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Chuska Mountains-West Central Mountains-Southwest Mountains-

203 AM MST Thu Jan 8 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations generally

  between 2 and 6 inches with locally higher amounts of 6 to 12

  inches above 8,000 feet. Whitewater Baldy Peak in Catron County

  will receive higher amounts of 18 to 24 inches. Winds gusting as

  high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Western Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be

  reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle

  in front of you. This includes along portions of I-40.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will initially be between 6,000

  and 7,000 feet this morning before gradually lowering to all areas

  late today.

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.