Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in the West; Heat Expands in the Central U.S.

Monsoonal moisture will produce showers and thunderstorms with heavy rain over parts of the Southwest, Great Basin, and Central Rockies through Monday. Flash flooding is possible, especially in and around burn scars and in areas of steep terrain. Heat will persist across the Central U.S. early this week, spreading into the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic later this week. Read More >

2023 Weather Highlights

The Year in Pictures

Memorable Events

Hydrology & Drought Status

2023 Memorable Weather Events
Residents of New Mexico often experience extended stretches of spectacular weather with pleasant temperatures, abundant sunshine, and low humidity. Those same folks also know that pleasant stretches of weather often come to an end with dramatic storm systems that wreak havoc on travel and serve as a stark reminder of the power of Mother Nature. 2023 was another dramatic year for weather across the Land of Enchantment with several powerful storm systems producing heavy snow, severe winds, extreme heat, and unfortunately more drought. Severe weather was more active in 2023 compared to 2022 with several days of large hail, funnel clouds, and strong thunderstorm winds. As we begin a new year, the NWS in Albuquerque invites you to review some of the more "Memorable Weather Events of 2023" that impacted our region. We would like to thank all of those who shared photos and observations this past year as this information is vital to the success of the National Weather Service mission. Enjoy!
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Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in the West; Heat Expands in the Central U.S.

2023 Annual Weather Highlights Memorable Events