Albuquerque, New Mexico – Monsoon storms are set to ramp up across most of New Mexico this week, with flash flooding and lightning hazards peaking Tuesday and Wednesday, especially over burn scar regions.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, scattered to widespread afternoon thunderstorms are expected daily through Thursday, sparing only the far northwest and southeast corners of the state. Some storms may deliver more than 2 inches of rainfall per hour, along with small hail, gusty winds, and dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning.
Cities like Ruidoso, Las Vegas, Chama, and Los Alamos have rain probabilities above 70% by midweek. In Albuquerque, storm chances climb to 45% Tuesday afternoon and 50% Wednesday. The afternoon and evening hours will be most active for storm development.
The threat of flash flooding is especially high in low-lying areas and near recent wildfire burn scars, where saturated soil could quickly trigger runoff and debris flows. Motorists are urged to avoid crossing flooded roadways and residents near vulnerable areas should prepare to move to higher ground if warnings are issued.
The monsoon pattern remains active through at least Friday, with more watches and warnings possible. Stay updated via weather.gov/abq.
