New Mexico – A strong cold front moving through the state Sunday is driving a sharp return to winter-like temperatures, prompting significantly colder mornings and brisk winds across northern and central New Mexico.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, overnight low temperatures late Sunday into Monday morning are expected to fall into the teens across much of the state, with single digits in high-elevation and northern communities. Angel Fire is forecast to dip below zero, while Chama, Taos, and Gallup are expected to see lows in the single digits. Albuquerque is forecast to drop to the mid-20s.
Daytime highs on Monday will struggle to recover, with many locations remaining in the 40s. Santa Fe is forecast near 41 degrees, Albuquerque around 45, and eastern plains communities such as Clovis and Tucumcari near 40. Mountain areas and northern valleys will remain colder.
The National Weather Service said the cold air mass will feel noticeably colder than conditions experienced over the past two to three weeks. Gusty north winds accompanying the front may further lower wind chill values, especially during the Monday morning commute.
The cold pattern is expected to persist through Tuesday night, with gradual warming beginning midweek. Forecast outlooks show above-normal temperatures returning by Wednesday and Thursday, with highs climbing back into the 50s and 60s across much of central and eastern New Mexico. Some southeastern communities could approach the upper 60s by the end of the week.
Drivers, outdoor workers, and students are advised to bundle up during early morning hours, particularly in areas with subfreezing temperatures and gusty winds. Travelers in eastern and southeastern New Mexico should also monitor forecasts for potential winter precipitation impacts early in the week.
Residents are encouraged to continue checking official updates at weather.gov/abq for the latest temperature forecasts and any additional advisories.
