Hazardous to dangerous weather conditions persist across eastern NM in the form of high winds, blowing dust, and critical fire weather conditions. Delay travel if you can, or check weather and travel conditions before heading out.
Strong to damaging wind gusts return to much of New Mexico on Tuesday as the a storm passes mainly to the north. Widespread wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are likely with wind gusts greater than 60 mph likely across the central mountain chain and adjacent eastern highlands.
Light snow showers will linger into the early evening, mainly in northeastern New Mexico, before gradually clearing toward midnight. Chilly overnight temperatures will be observed.