Winter Weather — Southern Lea County, New Mexico

2004-11-02 · Southern Lea County, New Mexico

Wider weather episode

A strong storm system and associated cold air resulted in measurable snow accumulations over the plains of southeastern New Mexico on the morning of Election Day. By mid morning, a band of heavy snow had developed from northern Lea County, eastward across the Texas South Plains. Snowfall totals between four to six inches were reported near Tatum, where local authorities strongly discouraged travel.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5427397. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.