A storm from the Pacific Northwest slowly advanced toward New Mexico on the 25th, reached the Four Corners Region late on the 26th and inched across the state on the 27th. A strong cold front also backed down the eastern plains with strong and gusty winds. Moderate to heavy snow was reported over much of the northern half of the state, with blowing and
drifting snow and poor visibilities over the east.

Heavy Snow in NORTHWEST MOUNTAINS INCLUDING JEMEZ, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 16:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Between two and seven inches of snow fell over mainly the eastern and northern portions of the zone.

Heavy Snow in SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 16:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Between six and twelve inches of snow fell over the Sangre De Cristo mountains, with higher amounts in the ski areas.

Heavy Snow in ROOSEVELT, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 21:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 23:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Three inches of snow fell in northern Roosevelt county.

Winter Weather in WESTCENTRAL MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 19:30:00 to 26-MAR-09 19:30:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Newspaper

A Gallup woman, Denise Caleb, was killed in her SUV on Interstate 40 due to icy roads and windy conditions. Her vehicle was heading east on I-40 near Gallup when she lost control and crossed the median and went into oncoming traffic. Her SUV was struck by a tractor-trailer.

Heavy Snow in HARDING, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 19:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 22:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Around 6 inches of snow fell over Harding county with drifts of two to three feet.

Heavy Snow in FAR NORTHEAST PLAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 18:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 23:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Four to 15 inches of snow fell over the Far northeast Plains with drifts up to five feet.

Heavy Snow in CENTRAL HIGH PLAINS/ESTANCIA VALLEY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 20:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Three to seven inches of snow fell over the Central High Plains.

Heavy Snow in CONCHAS LAKE/GUADALUPE, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 21:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 21:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Up to ten inches of snow was recorded around Conchas lake.

Heavy Snow in QUAY, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 21:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 23:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Five to 13 inches of snow blanketed Quay County with drifts around three feet.

Heavy Snow in DE BACA, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 21:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 21:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Up to four inches of snow fell over eastern De Baca county.

Heavy Snow in UPPER RIO GRANDE VALLEY, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 17:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

An average of five inches of snow fell over the Upper Rio Grande valley.

Heavy Snow in CURRY, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 21:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 23:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Three to five inches of snow fell across Curry county.

Heavy Snow in NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 26-MAR-09 17:00:00 to 27-MAR-09 21:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Two to seven inches of snow fell over the Northeast Highlands with drifts around two feet.