High Wind Watch New Mexico, Texas | Effective 03/26/2026 01:30

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued March 26 at 2:30AM MDT until March 28 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
March 26, 2026 - 1:30am
Expires: 
March 27, 2026 - 9:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible, especially through Guadalupe Pass. * WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico, especially Guadalupe Pass. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers.
Instruction: 
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds subside. Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if possible.
Area Description: 
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX