Albuquerque, New Mexico – Afternoon thunderstorms are set to ramp up again across New Mexico through Tuesday, bringing the risk of localized heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and brief flash flooding to cities from Santa Fe to Raton.
According to the National Weather Service Albuquerque, monsoonal moisture will drive scattered storms Sunday through Tuesday, peaking during afternoon and evening hours. Gusty winds and lightning are expected with stronger cells, with rainfall rates topping 1 inch per hour possible in areas like Taos, Angel Fire, and Los Alamos. Rising water in normally dry arroyos and increased flash flood threats are a concern, especially near recent burn scars.
Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Farmington may see storms disrupt travel on I-25, I-40, and mountain routes, while school activities and outdoor events could face delays. Residents should secure lightweight objects and avoid low-lying areas during heavy rain. Power outages remain possible due to lightning and wind.
By midweek, thunderstorm chances drop sharply as a hot, dry pattern settles in. Daytime highs are expected to climb well above normal statewide through July 31, with lower storm coverage still capable of sparking isolated flash floods in the northern mountains.
Thunderstorm warnings remain in effect until late Tuesday. More advisories could follow if moisture surges return.
Five Day Forecast (Key Cities)
Albuquerque
- Sunday: 30% chance of afternoon thunderstorms, highs near 93°F
- Monday: 40% chance of storms, gusty winds, high 91°F
- Tuesday: 36% chance of storms, hot and muggy, high 92°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, turning hotter, high 97°F
- Thursday: Hot and dry, high 98°F
Santa Fe
- Sunday: 42% chance of afternoon thunderstorms, high 83°F
- Monday: 55% chance of storms, flash flood risk, high 81°F
- Tuesday: 48% chance of storms, highs around 83°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, hotter, high 89°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 90°F
Raton
- Sunday: 34% chance of storms, high 84°F
- Monday: 51% chance of thunderstorms, heavy rain possible, high 82°F
- Tuesday: 50% chance of storms, high 82°F
- Wednesday: Drying out, high 90°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 91°F
