A strong upper-level storm system moved quickly east across NM with widespread strong west to northwest winds on November 28-29, 2022. The strongest winds impacted areas along the central mountain chain into the nearby highlands where gusts of 55 to 75 mph were reported. A massive snarl of tumbleweeds collected at the Santa Fe airport. Some very light snow also fell over the Tusas Mountains with this system.

High Wind in SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 00:00:00 to 29-NOV-22 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 58.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Magdalena Ridge Observatory reported several hours with peak wind gusts between 58 mph and 67 mph.

High Wind in NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 01:00:00 to 29-NOV-22 15:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 65.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The mesonet station on Highline Ridge at Taos Ski Valley reported several hours with peak wind gusts between 58 mph and 75 mph.

High Wind in SANDIA/MANZANO MOUNTAINS INCLUDING EDGEWOOD, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 11:30:00 to 29-NOV-22 12:30:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The Sandia Crest reported a peak wind gust up to 63 mph.

High Wind in EAST SLOPES SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 12:40:00 to 29-NOV-22 13:10:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The Angel Fire airport reported a peak wind gust up to 58 mph.

High Wind in CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 12:15:00 to 29-NOV-22 14:30:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Clines Corners reported peak wind gusts between 58 mph and 64 mph for several hours.

High Wind in SOUTH CENTRAL MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 00:30:00 to 29-NOV-22 14:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The Smokey Bear RAWS and Sierra Blanca airport reported peak wind gusts between 58 mph and 63 mph for several hours.

High Wind in FAR NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 10:08:00 to 29-NOV-22 10:10:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Raton airport reported a peak wind gust up to 58 mph.

High Wind in NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 12:41:00 to 29-NOV-22 12:54:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Las Vegas airport reported a peak wind gust up to 62 mph.

High Wind in NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 12:04:00 to 29-NOV-22 13:19:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 38.00 MS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Las Vegas airport reported sustained wind speeds up to 44 mph.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 10:00:00 to 29-NOV-22 14:20:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The NMCC mesonet sites near Thompson Cattle and Vaughn reported peak wind gusts periodically between 58 mph and 65 mph for several hours.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 09:20:00 to 29-NOV-22 14:25:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 43.00 MS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The NMCC mesonet site near Vaughn reported sustained winds between 40 mph and 49 mph periodically for several hours.

Strong Wind in SANTA FE METRO AREA, NEW MEXICO
From 29-NOV-22 10:15:00 to 29-NOV-22 13:15:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 45.00 MG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Santa Fe airport manager reported a massive snarl of tumbleweeds accumulated up to 15 feet high near an airport hangar. No damage was reported however cleanup efforts will take a significant amount of resources to dispose of all the tumbleweeds.