Albuquerque, NM – A surge of monsoon moisture is expected to move northward over central and western New Mexico today, bringing a heightened chance of heavy rainfall and flash flooding across much of the state through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, showers and thunderstorms will become more widespread over the weekend, with the greatest risk of flash flooding occurring Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Areas near recent wildfire burn scars face a moderate to high risk of flooding, while isolated flash flooding is also possible elsewhere. Rainfall rates could exceed 1 inch per hour in some storms, with localized totals surpassing 2 inches, particularly in southern and eastern regions.
Forecast data shows high temperatures remaining in the upper 80s to mid-90s across much of the state through next week, while precipitation chances range from 30% to 70% depending on location and day. Ruidoso, Socorro, and Grants are among the areas forecast to receive the heaviest rain, with amounts possibly exceeding 1 inch in some spots.
The Weather Service urges residents and travelers to use caution, as ponding on roads, hazardous arroyo water levels, and minor flooding are expected. Officials also remind drivers: “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” when encountering flooded roadways.
The risk of flash flooding is expected to gradually decrease after Thursday, though scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain in the forecast.
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