High Wind — South Central Highlands, New Mexico
2022-12-12 · South Central Highlands, New Mexico
50 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
North Oscura Peak WSMR site reported a gust of 67 mph.
Wider weather episode
Strong southwest winds preceded an approaching winter storm system from the west on December 12, 2022. High winds impacted areas from south-central New Mexico stretching northward into the central highlands. Peak gusts upwards of 60 to 67 mph were common through southwestern Socorro and Lincoln Counties.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1060167. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.