Headline:
Freeze Watch issued October 15 at 9:27PM MDT until October 17 at 8:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Freeze Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 8:27pm
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, east winds 30 to 40 mph with
gusts up to 65 mph. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures
as low as 30 possible.
* WHERE...Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro
Area, Lower Rio Grande Valley, South Central Highlands, and Upper
Tularosa Valley.
* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 AM MDT Friday. For the
Freeze Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Frost and freeze conditions could kill
crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected
outdoor plumbing.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest wind gusts will be at and below
canyon openings along the central mountain chain.
Instruction:
Take action to secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose or
lightweight outdoor objects. Extremely hazardous driving conditions
can be expected, especially for motorists in high profile vehicles
who should consider delaying travel.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Area Description:
Middle Rio Grande Valley/Albuquerque Metro Area; Lower Rio Grande Valley; South Central Highlands; Upper Tularosa Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov