Fog Risk Lingers Near Pecos River

Drivers in the Pecos River Valley and Farmington should expect potential low clouds Monday morning, while the rest of New Mexico remains dry and clear. The National Weather Service identifies patchy fog as the primary hazard for late Sunday and early Monday.

High pressure is building over the state, bringing light winds and mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will rise several degrees on Monday. North-central and northeastern regions, including Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Taos, Las Vegas, Raton, and Clayton, may reach temperatures approximately 10 degrees above normal. Most of the state will see sunshine and mild conditions by Monday afternoon.

The main weather system moved northeast toward the southern Plains Sunday. Weak high pressure now covers New Mexico. This setup keeps winds light and skies clear for most residents. The quiet conditions are expected to continue through Monday night with mainly clear skies.

Fog formation is most likely in and around Roswell and parts of Chaves County. Lingering ground moisture from recent storms in the Four Corners region combined with light winds supports low cloud development there. Farmington also has a small chance for patchy fog, though forecasters have lower confidence for that area.

Any fog near Roswell or Farmington should clear by Monday morning. The rest of the state starts the week with dry weather. No major weather impacts are expected for the upcoming period.