The first of two sequential winter storm systems rolled through northern and central New Mexico on February 13, 2023 and February 14, 2023. Heavy snow was reported across much of the northern mountains of New Mexico, as well as a few isolated spots in and around the Santa Fe and Albuquerque metro areas by the morning of February 14, 2023. Snow accumulations reaching 10 to 11 inches were reported atop the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, while severe winter driving conditions were reported on U.S. Highway 64 in the Tusas Mountains. Strong westerly winds filled in quickly as the main upper level low exited the area during the morning of February 14, 2023. High winds with peak gusts of 60 to 70 mph were reported through the southwest mountains, Sandia and Manzano Mountains, and over a large area of the eastern plains.

High Wind in SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 01:32:00 to 14-FEB-23 02:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Reported by: Public

A public weather station measured a 62 mph wind gust at the top of South Baldy in the Magdalena Mountains.

High Wind in SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 05:24:00 to 14-FEB-23 09:04:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Reported by: Public

A public weather station measured a 60 mph wind gust in Rainsville, NM.

High Wind in CURRY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 08:42:00 to 14-FEB-23 10:23:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Reported by: AWOS

The Cannon AFB AWOS measured a peak gust of 68 mph.

Heavy Snow in FAR NORTHWEST HIGHLANDS, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 19:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station near Tierra Amarilla reported 7.5 inches of snow.

Winter Storm in TUSAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING CHAMA, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 20:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Department of Highways

Severe winter driving conditions from snow packed and icy roads with low visibility from blowing snow was reported along U.S. Highway 64 in the Tusas Mountains.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 06:50:00 to 14-FEB-23 15:32:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 58.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station southeast of Vaughn measured a peak gust of 67 mph.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 06:50:00 to 14-FEB-23 15:32:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 40.00 MS
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station southeast of Vaughn measured a sustained wind speed of 46 mph.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 06:50:00 to 14-FEB-23 15:32:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station measured a peak wind gust of 64 mph.

High Wind in GUADALUPE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 06:50:00 to 14-FEB-23 15:32:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station southeast of Santa Rosa along U.S. Highway 84 measured a peak wind gust of 62 mph.

High Wind in QUAY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 04:35:00 to 14-FEB-23 14:11:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station near Logan, NM measured a peak gust of 60 mph.

High Wind in QUAY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 09:53:00 to 14-FEB-23 14:11:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

The Tucumcari Airport ASOS measured a peak gust of 59 mph.

High Wind in CURRY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 09:37:00 to 14-FEB-23 10:23:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station near Clovis measured a peak gust of 66 mph.

High Wind in ROOSEVELT COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 08:45:00 to 14-FEB-23 11:14:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station south of Portales reported a peak gust of 65 mph.

High Wind in ROOSEVELT COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 08:45:00 to 14-FEB-23 11:14:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station near Portales reported a peak gust of 58 mph.

High Wind in CHAVES COUNTY PLAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 13:30:00 to 14-FEB-23 14:30:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 35.00 MS
Reported by: Mesonet

A mesonet station near Hagerman measured a sustained wind of 40 mph.

Heavy Snow in SANDIA/MANZANO MOUNTAINS INCLUDING EDGEWOOD, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 18:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station along I-40 reported 7 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SANTA FE METRO AREA, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 19:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station reported 7.5 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SANTA FE METRO AREA, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 19:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station reported 7.3 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SANTA FE METRO AREA, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 19:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station reported 6.3 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 20:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: SNOTEL

A snotel reported 11 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SOUTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 20:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station reported 10 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in GLORIETA MESA INCLUDING GLORIETA PASS, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 20:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station reported 10 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SANDIA/MANZANO MOUNTAINS INCLUDING EDGEWOOD, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 18:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station along I-40 reported 8.5 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in NORTHERN SANGRE DE CRISTO MOUNTAINS, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 20:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: Public

Taos Ski Valley reported 10 inches of snow.

High Wind in SANDIA/MANZANO MOUNTAINS INCLUDING EDGEWOOD, NEW MEXICO
From 14-FEB-23 11:30:00 to 14-FEB-23 13:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 61.00 MG
Reported by: Public

The Sandia Peak Tram reported a peak gust of 70 mph.

Heavy Snow in SANDIA/MANZANO MOUNTAINS INCLUDING EDGEWOOD, NEW MEXICO
From 13-FEB-23 18:00:00 to 14-FEB-23 07:00:00 (MST-7)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS station along I-40 reported 7.5 inches of snow.