Amarillo, Texas – A powerful winter storm is expected to impact large portions of New Mexico and Texas beginning Sunday night, bringing snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures that could significantly disrupt travel, utilities, and daily life across the Southern Plains through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, snow will overspread eastern New Mexico late Sunday before expanding into West Texas overnight, becoming heavy at times through Monday. Arctic air surging south behind the storm is expected to drive temperatures well below normal, producing hazardous wind chills and increasing the risk of frostbite during overnight hours and early morning commutes.
The most severe travel impacts are expected along major corridors including Interstate 40, Interstate 25, Interstate 27, and Interstate 20, where roads could quickly become snow-covered and icy. Northern New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle face the highest potential for accumulating snow, while parts of central and southern Texas may see periods of sleet or freezing rain that could create dangerous driving conditions and lead to scattered power outages.
Officials urge residents to avoid non-essential travel during periods of heavy snow or ice, prepare vehicles with winter emergency supplies, and protect homes, pets, and plumbing from prolonged cold. Extended subfreezing temperatures could strain heating systems and local power infrastructure.
Winter storm warnings and cold weather advisories are expected to remain in effect through Tuesday, with additional alerts possible as conditions continue to evolve across New Mexico and Texas.
