New Mexico, Texas High Wind Watch | Effective 04/13/2026 13:24

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued April 13 at 2:24PM MDT until April 14 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
April 13, 2026 - 1:24pm
Expires: 
April 14, 2026 - 2:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
Instruction: 
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds subside. Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is possible.
Area Description: 
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov