Central, NM

7:24 PM MDT on May 26, 2012 (GMT -0600)
Elev: 5997 ft
Lon: 108.1° W
Lat: 32.8° N
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Tropical Weather: Subtropical Storm Beryl (North Atlantic) Post-Tropical Cyclone Bud (East Pacific) Tropical Storm Sanvu (Western Pacific)
Weather Summary
Weather Underground midday recap for Saturday, May 26, 2012. A busy day greeted parts of the country at the start of the Memorial Day weekend. First, Subtropical Storm Beryl formed off the Carolina Coast and was expected to move slowly west-southwestward toward the northeast coast of Florida. Beryl is anticipated to make landfall late Sunday evening or early Monday with tropical storm strength winds before lingering over the area through Tuesday. Northern Florida and adjacent areas of Georgia are currently suffering through an exceptional drought, so the significant rain from Beryl will help to alleviate some of the drought.

Meanwhile, an intense heat wave gripped the Southern Plains and Southeast on Saturday. This heat wave produced temperatures well into the 90s for a wide swath the country from eastern New Mexico through Georgia. Temperatures in the 90s were also observed well north into the Central Plains and Ohio Valley. Heat index values, which tell how warm the air feels, rose above 100 degrees along the Gulf Coast where the humidity was elevated. This heat wave was expected to continue and expand Sunday, with more areas warming above 100 degrees.

While no severe weather has formed by the early afternoon, there remains a slight risk of severe weather in the Plains into the evening. This severe weather can include strong thunderstorms, large hail, strong winds, and even tornadoes. Residents in the Plains should monitor local weather conditions.

The Southern Plains and Southeast rose into the 90s and 100s, while the Northeast saw temperatures in the 70s and 80s. The Southwest rose into the 80s and 90s, while the Northwest saw temperatures in the 70s.
Weather Underground midday recap for Saturday, May 26, 2012. A busy day greeted parts of the country at the start of the Memorial Day weekend. First, Subtropical Storm Beryl formed off the Carolina Coast and was expected to move slowly west-southwestward toward the northeast coast of Florida. Beryl is anticipated to make landfall late Sunday evening or early Monday with tropical storm strength winds before lingering over the area through Tuesday. Northern Florida and adjacent areas of Georgia are currently suffering through an exceptional drought, so the significant rain from Beryl will help to alleviate some of the drought.

Meanwhile, an intense heat wave gripped the Southern Plains and Southeast on Saturday. This heat wave produced temperatures well into the 90s for a wide swath the country from eastern New Mexico through Georgia. Temperatures in the 90s were also observed well north into the Central Plains and Ohio Valley. Heat index values, which tell how warm the air feels, rose above 100 degrees along the Gulf Coast where the humidity was elevated. This heat wave was expected to continue and expand Sunday, with more areas warming above 100 degrees.

While no severe weather has formed by the early afternoon, there remains a slight risk of severe weather in the Plains into the evening. This severe weather can include strong thunderstorms, large hail, strong winds, and even tornadoes. Residents in the Plains should monitor local weather conditions.

The Southern Plains and Southeast rose into the 90s and 100s, while the Northeast saw temperatures in the 70s and 80s. The Southwest rose into the 80s and 90s, while the Northwest saw temperatures in the 70s.

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Updated 7:20 PM MDT
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Clear
Clear
Temperature
74.1 °F
Feels Like 76 °F
Wind(mph)
7.0
Sunrise / Set
6:07 AM
8:12 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent
Tonight
Clear 48 °F
Clear
Tomorrow
Clear 79 °F
Clear
Tomorrow Night
Clear 46 °F
Clear
Monday
Clear 82 | 50 °F
Clear
Tuesday
Clear 82 | 54 °F
Clear
Wednesday
Clear 82 | 52 °F
Clear
Tomorrow is forecast to be nearly the same temperature as today.
Conditions
Pressure
29.94 in
Visibility
10.0 miles
Clouds
Clear -
Moisture
Humidity
20%
Rainfall
0.00 in
Snow Depth
Not available.
METAR
METAR KSVC 270115Z AUTO 25021G29KT 10SM CLR 25/M05 A2994 RMK AO2
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Weather Radio
Temperature
Heat Index
76 °F
Dew Point
30 °F
Wind
Speed / Dir
7.0 mph from WSW
Wind Gust
7.0 mph
Health
1 out of 16
Pollen
6.20 out of 12
Pollen Forecast
Air Quality
Not available.
Flu Activity
Sporadic
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Descriptive Forecast
Saturday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 48F. Windy. Winds from the WSW at 10 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph shifting to the NW after midnight.
Sunday
clear Clear. High of 79F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Sunday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 46F. Breezy. Winds from the NW at 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Monday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the SE at 5 to 20 mph.
Monday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 50F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Tuesday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Tuesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 54F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Wednesday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 52F. Winds from the NW at 5 to 20 mph.
Thursday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 86F. Winds from the North at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the South in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the SW at 5 to 15 mph.
Friday
clear Clear. High of 91F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 15 mph.
Friday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the SW at 5 to 15 mph.
Saturday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 90F. Winds from the ESE at 5 to 15 mph.
Saturday Night
nt_partlycloudy Partly cloudy. Low of 54F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Sunday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 84F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Sunday Night
nt_clear Partly cloudy. Low of 55F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Monday
clear Clear. High of 84F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Monday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Tuesday
clear Clear. High of 86F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Tuesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 61F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Wednesday
clear Clear. High of 88F. Winds from the WSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 61F. Winds less than 5 mph.
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View Calendar 10-Day Forecast for station KNMSILVE7

Saturday, 26
Clear
81 | 48 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Sunday, 27
Clear
79 | 46 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Monday, 28
Clear
82 | 50 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Tuesday, 29
Clear
82 | 54 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Wednesday, 30
Clear
82 | 52 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Thursday, 31
Partly Cloudy
86 | 55 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Friday, 1
Clear
91 | 55 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Saturday, 2
Partly Cloudy
90 | 54 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Sunday, 3
Partly Cloudy
84 | 55 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Monday, 4
Clear
84 | 55 °F
Clear
Chance of
Precipitation
0%
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Saturday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 48F. Windy. Winds from the WSW at 10 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph shifting to the NW after midnight.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 54 | 19 75 | 27 77 | 27 55 | 27
Wind 9 mph SSW 24 mph SSW 27 mph WSW 14 mph NW
Humidity 24% 17% 15% 32%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 3% 16% 16% 6%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:07 AM
8:12 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is excellent. MaxT RMSE [1.16], Average RMSE [1.66]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is good. MaxT RMSE [1.63], Average RMSE [1.91] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Sunday
clear Clear. High of 79F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Sunday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 46F. Breezy. Winds from the NW at 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 48 | 25 72 | 19 70 | 10 57 | 10
Wind 9 mph NNW 14 mph WSW 19 mph West 11 mph NNW
Humidity 39% 13% 9% 14%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 2% 0% 0% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:06 AM
8:13 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is excellent. MaxT RMSE [1.23], Average RMSE [1.24]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is good. MaxT RMSE [1.56], Average RMSE [2.04] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Monday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the SE at 5 to 20 mph.
Monday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 50F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 46 | -1 73 | 7 79 | 5 61 | 16
Wind 8 mph North 11 mph SSW 17 mph West 6 mph NNW
Humidity 12% 7% 5% 17%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 0% 0% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:06 AM
8:13 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is excellent. MaxT RMSE [1.31], Average RMSE [1.32]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is excellent. MaxT RMSE [1.27], Average RMSE [2.83] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Tuesday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Tuesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 54F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 50 | 5 79 | 16 79 | 5 63 | 10
Wind 4 mph NW 12 mph WSW 17 mph West 9 mph NW
Humidity 15% 9% 5% 12%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 0% 0% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:06 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is good. MaxT RMSE [1.83], Average RMSE [2.19]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is good. MaxT RMSE [1.86], Average RMSE [3.40] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Wednesday
clear Clear. High of 82F. Winds from the WNW at 5 to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 52F. Winds from the NW at 5 to 20 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 55 | 10 79 | 23 81 | 14 64 | 12
Wind 7 mph NW 12 mph West 19 mph West 9 mph NW
Humidity 16% 12% 8% 13%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 0% 0% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is fair. MaxT RMSE [2.93], Average RMSE [2.47]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is fair. MaxT RMSE [2.59], Average RMSE [3.86] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Thursday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 86F. Winds from the North at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the South in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the SW at 5 to 15 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 52 | 5 82 | 12 82 | 19 64 | 9
Wind 8 mph North 3 mph South 11 mph SW 1 mph West
Humidity 15% 6% 9% 11%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 0% 90% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Overcast Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is good. MaxT RMSE [2.20], Average RMSE [2.86]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is fair. MaxT RMSE [2.63], Average RMSE [4.19] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Friday
clear Clear. High of 91F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 15 mph.
Friday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the SW at 5 to 15 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 59 | 16 84 | 10 91 | 25 64 | 9
Wind 1 mph WNW 10 mph South 10 mph SSW 4 mph SSW
Humidity 18% 6% 8% 11%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 2% 0% 0%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is good. MaxT RMSE [2.09], Average RMSE [2.16]
The National Weather Service forecast quality is fair. MaxT RMSE [2.93], Average RMSE [4.27] : Use NWS
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Saturday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 90F. Winds from the ESE at 5 to 15 mph.
Saturday Night
nt_partlycloudy Partly cloudy. Low of 54F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 63 | 37 86 | 25 86 | 16 68 | 23
Wind 2 mph North 6 mph South 13 mph SW 7 mph WNW
Humidity 39% 11% 7% 18%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 0% 0% 99% 3%
Conditions Clear Clear Overcast Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is poor. MaxT RMSE [3.54], Average RMSE [3.45]
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Sunday
partlycloudy Partly cloudy. High of 84F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Sunday Night
nt_clear Partly cloudy. Low of 55F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 55 | 25 84 | 43 84 | 36 68 | 23
Wind 6 mph NW 10 mph WSW 17 mph WSW 8 mph West
Humidity 31% 22% 17% 17%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 87% 57% 26% 17%
Conditions Mostly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
The quality of the forecasted high temperature for this day is poor. MaxT RMSE [3.84], Average RMSE [3.91]
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Monday
clear Clear. High of 84F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Monday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 55F. Winds from the West at 5 to 20 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 59 | 25 81 | 36 84 | 28 66 | 27
Wind 5 mph WNW 11 mph WSW 16 mph WSW 8 mph West
Humidity 25% 19% 13% 21%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 9% 8% 7% 8%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Tuesday
clear Clear. High of 86F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Tuesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 61F. Winds from the West at 5 to 15 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 59 | 28 82 | 39 86 | 28 66 | 27
Wind 4 mph WNW 9 mph WSW 13 mph WSW 6 mph West
Humidity 29% 21% 12% 21%
Chance of Precip. 0% 0% 0% 10%
Cloud Cover 9% 6% 2% 4%
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
Source: BestForecast at 4:45 PM MDT on May 26, 2012
Descriptive Forecast
Wednesday
clear Clear. High of 88F. Winds from the WSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night
nt_clear Clear. Low of 61F. Winds less than 5 mph.
Hourly Forecast 6AM 12 Noon 6PM 12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point 61 | 28 84 | 39 86 | 25 -9998 | -9998
Wind 3 mph NW 7 mph SW 12 mph WSW -9998 mph North
Humidity 29% 19% 9% 15%
Chance of Precip. 10% 0% 0% 0%
Cloud Cover 6% % % %
Conditions Clear Clear Clear Clear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:05 AM
8:14 PM
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History & Almanac
May 26, 2012 Max Temp Min Temp
Normal (KDMN) 89 °F 52 °F
Record (KDMN) 103 °F (1951) 40 °F (1957)
Yesterday 93 °F 62 °F
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Earthquake Activity
City Distance Mag. Time & Date
No recent earthquake activity has been reported nearby.
Minimum magnitude displayed is 2.5.
Astronomy
May. 26, 2012 Rise Set
Actual Time 6:07 AM MDT 8:12 PM MDT
Civil Twilight 5:39 AM MDT 8:40 PM MDT
Nautical Twilight 5:05 AM MDT 9:14 PM MDT
Astronomical Twilight 4:29 AM MDT 9:50 PM MDT
Moon 11:04 AM MDT (5/26) No Moon Set
Length Of Visible Light 15h 00m
Length of Day
14h 05m
Tomorrow will be 1m 1s longer.
Waxing Crescent, 32% of the Moon is Illuminated
Today
Waxing Crescent
May 28
First Quarter
Jun 4
Full
Jun 11
Last Quarter
Jun 19
New
Today's Extremes
State Highs State Lows
97 °F
Roswell
97 °F
Tucumcari
96 °F
Carlsbad
95 °F
Artesia
94 °F
Holloman AFB
39 °F
Moriarty
44 °F
Taos
48 °F
Silver City
50 °F
Gallup
Snow Depth
Station Depth Elevation
Sierra Blanca 5 in 10280 ft
North Costilla 0 in 10600 ft
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Aviation
City Temp. Conditions Updated
Silver City 77 °F Clear 7:15 PM MDT
Deming 85 °F Clear 6:53 PM MDT
Truth Or Consequences 84 °F Clear 6:53 PM MDT
Las Cruces 86 °F Clear 7:15 PM MDT
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Flight Rule: VFR (KSVC)
Wind Speed: 21.0 kts.
Wind Dir: 238° (WSW)
Ceiling: Unlimited

METAR KSVC 270115Z AUTO 25021G29KT 10SM CLR 25/M05 A2994 RMK AO2

Sports
Event Date Forecast
Nationals vs. Braves 4:05 PM EDT on May 26, 2012 Thunderstorm, 92 °F
Yankees vs. Athletics 1:05 PM PDT on May 26, 2012 Partly Cloudy, 58 °F
Event Date Forecast
Philadelphia vs. Toronto FC 4:30 PM EDT on May 26, 2012 Scattered Clouds, High 77° F/ 25° C
Chicago vs. Columbus 7:00 PM EDT on May 26, 2012 Partly Cloudy, 85 °F
Event Date Forecast
Coca-Cola 600 6:16 PM EDT on May 27, 2012 Chance of a Thunderstorm, 85 °F
FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks 1:15 PM EDT on June 03, 2012 Average High 79° F/ 26° C
Event Date Forecast
Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial 8:30 AM CDT on May 27, 2012 Mostly Cloudy, 72 °F
the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance 8:30 AM EDT on May 31, 2012 Partly Cloudy, 56 °F
Weather Stations
Station Location Temp. Heat Index Dew Point Humidity Wind Precipitation Elevation Updated Type Website
Cedar Hills, Silver City, NM 74.1 °F 76 °F 30 °F 20% WSW  at  7.0 mph 0.00 in / hr 5991 ft 7:20 PM MDT Normal  
Mt. View, Silver City, NM 76.0 °F 75 °F 16 °F 10% SW  at  12.0 mph 0.00 in / hr 6108 ft 3:45 PM MDT Normal  
Brian Engineering, Silver City, NM 74.5 °F 76 °F 28 °F 18% WSW  at  3.0 mph 0.01 in / hr 6065 ft 7:22 PM MDT Normal
Viento Ridge Observatory, Silver City, NM 70.2 °F 75 °F 30 °F 22% West  at  17.0 mph 0.00 in / hr 6360 ft 7:22 PM MDT Normal
APRSWXNET Silver City NM , Silver City, NM 74 °F 75 °F 23 °F 15% West  at  11 mph 0.00 in / hr 6223 ft 7:04 PM MDT MADIS
APRSWXNET Silver City NM US, Gila, NM 78 °F 76 °F 9 °F 7% WSW  at  8 mph 0.00 in / hr 6141 ft 6:56 PM MDT MADIS
RAWS BURRO MOUNTAIN NM, Redrock, NM 73 °F 74 °F 21 °F 14% SW  at  26 mph 0.00 in / hr 6964 ft 5:59 PM MDT MADIS
RAWS GILA QD NM, Mimbres, NM 74 °F 74 °F 18 °F 12% SSW  at  10 mph 0.00 in / hr 7266 ft 5:58 PM MDT MADIS
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Fire Weather Warning
Mobile & Email Alerts Statement as of 1:54 PM MDT on May 26, 2012

... Red flag warning remains in effect until 8 PM MDT this evening
due to strong winds and low humidity...

* affected area: southwestern New Mexico including nm fire weather
zones 110 and 111... as well as the western portion of zone 112.

* Timing: Saturday from 10 am to 8 PM MDT.

* Winds saturday: west-southwest 20 to 30 mph at the 20-foot level
with gusts to 45 mph. Strongest west of the Rio Grande.

* Humidity: minimum rh 7 to 11 percent.

* Impacts: any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now... or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds... low relative humidity... and warm temperatures will
create extreme fire growth potential.



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