Interactive NWS Alert

Radar valid at 500 am MST, Jan 9th 2026

NMZ205-226-071830-
/O.NEW.KABQ.WW.Y.0001.260107T2300Z-260109T1200Z/
West Central Plateau-South Central Mountains-
205 AM MST Wed Jan 7 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches
below 7,500 feet with higher amounts of 6 to 12 inches above 7,500
feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...South Central Mountains and West Central Plateau.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 5 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire traction will be
reduced. Extend the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. This includes along portions of I-40. The
hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday
morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will initially be high between
7,000 and 8,000 feet Wednesday evening before gradually lowering to
all areas late Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

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