Ice Storm — Northern Lea County, New Mexico

2013-12-05 to 2013-12-06 · Northern Lea County, New Mexico

Event narrative

One quarter to one half inch of ice accumulation reported in Tatum. Freezing rain on the 5th was followed by sleet overnight.

Wider weather episode

A strong arctic cold front moved south into the region with light precipitation breaking out behind it. Wintry precipitation increased in intensity as a mid level shortwave trough and entrance region of an upper jet combined to increase lift over the region. A mix of sleet and freezing rain resulted.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 480378. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.