Albuquerque, N.M. – Damaging winds and large hail are possible this afternoon across northeastern New Mexico, where a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms remains in effect until 10 p.m. Sunday. Residents in Colfax, Union, Eastern Mora, Eastern San Miguel, Harding, and Quay counties should be prepared for sudden downpours and wind gusts strong enough to snap tree limbs or damage outbuildings.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, storm activity is expected to ramp up after 2 p.m., focusing first on the eastern plains before spreading across central and northern regions. Isolated storms could also produce small hail and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, particularly near Raton, Tucumcari, and Las Vegas.
While Sunday’s threat is localized, monsoon moisture will surge into the state beginning Monday, bringing higher storm chances—40% to 60%—to Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Roswell through Thursday. Daytime highs will remain in the 80s and 90s, though rain-cooled areas could see brief drops into the 70s.
Travelers should avoid outdoor activities during peak storm hours, secure loose items, and monitor alerts on NOAA Weather Radio or local media.
Additional advisories may be issued as moisture deepens across the Central Mountain Chain and surrounding areas.
🗓️ Five-Day New Mexico Forecast (June 29–July 3):
Sunday: Hot, isolated storms in northeast NM. Highs 88–98°F. Severe threat 2–10 p.m.
Monday: 40–60% rain chance statewide. Storms from afternoon through night. Highs 80–90°F.
Tuesday: Continued storms with lightning, hail possible. Highs 78–89°F.
Wednesday: Peak monsoon activity. 50–70% chance of storms. Highs 75–88°F.
Thursday: Scattered thunderstorms, especially central/east. Highs 80–90°F.
