Severe Thunderstorms Likely in the Central U.S.; Flooding Possible for portions of Oklahoma/Texas/Arkansas and the Marianas.

Severe thunderstorms are likely from the southern Plains to the Midwest through Friday. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all possible. An Enhanced (level 3 of 5) risk is in effect. Flash flooding is possible across portions of Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas on Friday. A Slight (level 2 of 4) risk is in effect. Flooding rain may impact Guam and the Marianas through next week. Read More >

2024 Weather Highlights

Fire Weather

2024 was a less active fire weather season compared to 2023. However, there were still some notable fires across the region. High winds and very low humidity did occur on several days however we avoided prolonged stretches of fire weather for the most part. There were a total of four large wildfires across northern and central NM of which the largest burned roughly 18,000 acres (South Fork Fire). Most of these smaller fires were managed for forest health and impacts were primarily limited to air quality. However, the wildfires around Ruidoso brought devastation to the local community with major property loss and life-threatening flash flooding. A brief "Summary of the 2024 Fire Weather Season" details some of these more significant fires to impact New Mexico.

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Severe Thunderstorms Likely in the Central U.S.; Flooding Possible for portions of Oklahoma/Texas/Arkansas and the Marianas.

2024 Annual Weather Highlights