New Mexico Weather & Safety Alerts
1 active alert · Updated June 3, 2026
Data source: National Weather Service (NWS) Last verified: June 3, 2026
Flooding
Flood Watch (WATCH) — expires June 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM EDT
Areas affected: South Central Mountains
Flood Watch issued June 3 at 2:06AM MDT until June 3 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE...A portion of central New Mexico, including the following area, South Central Mountains.
WHEN...From noon MDT today through this evening.
IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Remnant abundant moisture will allow for another round of slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing 1 inch or more per hour to develop over or near the Ruidoso area and Seven Cabins burn scars early this afternoon. Locally heavy rainfall will threaten flash flooding on these recent burn scars. Secondary rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected to last into the late evening hours.
Source: NWS Albuquerque NM
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