High Wind Warning New Mexico | Effective 03/13/2026 20:43

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 9:43PM MDT until March 15 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 13, 2026 - 8:43pm
Expires: 
March 14, 2026 - 6:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet and Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM MDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Wild fire concerns will be elevated due to the very dry and windy conditions.
Instruction: 
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description: 
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet; East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet
Forcast Office: 
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov