Albuquerque, NM – Winds up to 40 mph are expected to move into the Rio Grande Valley Sunday night into Monday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions and increasing fire danger across parts of New Mexico.
According to the National Weather Service Albuquerque, canyon winds will strengthen Sunday evening, with peak gusts between 35 and 40 mph impacting areas from Santa Fe to Albuquerque overnight into early Monday. These winds are expected to funnel through canyon gaps into the Rio Grande Valley, potentially affecting major roadways, including I-25.
Drivers traveling late Sunday night into the Monday morning commute may encounter sudden crosswinds, especially in exposed and elevated areas. High-profile vehicles and those traveling through canyon corridors should use caution…