Albuquerque, NM – Winds up to 40 mph are expected to move into the Rio Grande Valley Sunday night into Monday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions and increasing fire danger across parts of New Mexico.
According to the National Weather Service Albuquerque, canyon winds will strengthen Sunday evening, with peak gusts between 35 and 40 mph impacting areas from Santa Fe to Albuquerque overnight into early Monday. These winds are expected to funnel through canyon gaps into the Rio Grande Valley, potentially affecting major roadways, including I-25.
Drivers traveling late Sunday night into the Monday morning commute may encounter sudden crosswinds, especially in exposed and elevated areas. High-profile vehicles and those traveling through canyon corridors should use caution.
At the same time, dry air and gusty conditions are expected to elevate fire weather concerns, particularly across northeastern New Mexico Sunday afternoon. Officials warn that any spark could spread quickly under these conditions.
Temperatures will begin cooling in eastern parts of the state Sunday as a cold front moves in, though much of central and western New Mexico will remain above normal through the start of the week. Cooler conditions are expected to settle more broadly by Monday.
Warmer temperatures are expected to return Tuesday through Thursday, continuing a pattern of above-normal warmth following this brief cooldown.
Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items, avoid open flames, and remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions Sunday night into Monday morning.
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