There is a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening across portions of west central and central NM. This includes Albuquerque and portions of the central mountain chain. Hail and damaging wind gusts are the main concerns.
A marginal to slight risk for heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding exists across central and eastern NM today mainly for areas near and south of I-40. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Ruidoso area burn scars. A marginal risk for heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding exists Wednesday for much of western and central NM. Low laying and poorly drained areas including metro arroyo systems are most at risk.
Showers and thunderstorms will favor all but northwest NM today. Most areas will pick up between 0.10" and 1.00" of rainfall, though some locations could see amounts as high as 2 inches, especially across central and east-central NM as storms move across that area tonight. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Ruidoso area burn scars. Low laying and poorly drained areas, including metro arroyo systems will also be susceptible to flash flooding where heavy rains occur.
Showers and thunderstorms will favor central and western NM Wednesday. Rainfall totals are not likely to be as high as today. Most areas will pick up < 0.25" of rain, but a few areas with stronger storms could see up to 1.00" of rain.
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