Heavy Snow — Lower Chama River Valley, New Mexico

2012-02-12 to 2012-02-13 · Lower Chama River Valley, New Mexico

Event narrative

Approximately 4 to 5 inches of snow fell across the lower Chama River Valley.

Wider weather episode

An upper level trough crossed New Mexico on the 12th bringing precipitation to much of the state. The heaviest snowfall amounts, however, were confined to the northern mountains, where over 10 inches fell in some areas. Meanwhile, across the southeast plains, both snow and sleet were reported, though accumulations were minimal.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 357015. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.