ALT The map of northern and central New Mexico shows high temperatures forecast to reach the upper 50's to 60's in the northern mountains and in the 70's and 80's across the remainder of the area.

ALT The maps of northern and central New Mexico indicate that strong and gusty winds will return on Sunday and Monday. Gusts of 35 to 45 mph will be common, especially along and east of the central mountain chain with higher gusts in northeastern areas on Sunday. Dry conditions and low humidity will increase the risk of rapid fire spread in southwestern to south central New Mexico.

ALT The maps of northern and central New Mexico show breezy to windy conditions for today with strongest winds of 35 to 40 mph in the east central to northeastern parts of the state. Temperatures are shown to reach the 50's in the northern mountains today while the plains and lower elevation valleys reach the 70's and 80's.

ALT Winds will strengthen again on Sunday as an upper level disturbance crosses just north of the Four Corners region. Hazardous crosswinds will develop, and loose items such as lawn furniture and garbage cans will be toppled and scattered. The strong and gusty winds along with dry conditions and low humidity will also lead to a higher risk of rapid fire spread.

ALT Windy conditions redevelop today with the strongest gusts of 40 to 60 mph focused along and east of the central mountain chain. Very dry conditions will lead to high fire danger over much of northern and central New Mexico. Blowing dust will limit visibility, especially over the southeastern plains of the state.

ALT Strong winds may create very low visibility with blowing dust across southern NM tonight through tomorrow. Never drive through dust storms! If you are caught in one, remember the safety tips to keep you and others safe.

ALT The smoke plume from the Greer Wildfire over eastern Arizona will continue to spread over portions of western and central New Mexico through the early morning. Remember, your eyes are your best tools to determine if it is safe to be outside. Use the 5-3-1 Method available at: https://nmtracking.doh.nm.gov/environment/air/FireAndSmoke.html

ALT Graphic showing the forecast peak wind gust in miles per hour on the left, with additional information on the right.

ALT Graphic showing a map of High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory locations for Wednesday on the right, with additional timing and other information on the left.

ALT Graphic showing a map of Red Flag Warning location for Wednesday on the right, with additional information on the left.

ALT Infographic stating the safety precautions to take if caught in a dust storm.