New Mexico, Texas High Wind Watch | Effective 04/24/2026 23:02

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued April 25 at 12:02AM MDT until April 27 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
April 24, 2026 - 11:02pm
Expires: 
April 25, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico and Carlsbad Caverns National Park. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects. Severe turbulence near the mountains will be hazardous for low flying light aircraft.
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. Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is possible.
Area Description: 
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX