Severe Thunderstorms in the Upper Midwest; Heat Continues in the Southwest

Scattered severe thunderstorms may produce damaging winds, large hail, a tornado or two, and heavy rain across parts of the Upper Midwest, mainly this evening through Saturday. Very hot temperatures will continue through today across the Desert Southwest, which could break daily high temperature records. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Aug 8, 2025 at 11:28:28 am MDT

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Virga and Dry Thunder

Intense daytime heating will again result in the development of virga showers and isolated dry thunderstorms this afternoon and evening across much of the northwestern half of NM. The main risk from this activity will be strong and erratic wind gusts of up to 50 mph as well as dry lightning strikes. Elevated to Near-Critical Fire Weather conditions will also be present near the Four Corners area.

A moderate to major risk for heat related illnesses continues across all lower elevations today. Heat Advisories are in effect for the ABQ Metro and Roswell/Chaves County Plains. The record high of 98F at the ABQ Sunport is likely to be broken. Protect yourself and loved ones by drinking plenty of water, take breaks in the shade, and use sunscreen.

There is a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for Severe Thunderstorms over northeastern NM this afternoon and early evening. If storms can sufficiently organize into a cluster or line, the main threat would be damaging wind gusts, with small hail also possible. Confidence is only low-medium on this occurring, however.

Temperatures will continue to rise the next several days so it's a good time to remember heat safety tips. Avoid the outdoors during the hottest part of the day and never leave people or pets in cars!

Isolated to scattered virga showers and dry thunderstorms will still threaten dry lightning and strong to potentially severe erratic wind gusts across western and northern NM each afternoon through Friday.