Thunderstorm Wind — Sierra, New Mexico

2021-06-19 · near Truth Or Conseq Arpt, Sierra, New Mexico

Event narrative

The Truth or Consequences Airport reported a 62 mph gust from a likely microburst.

Wider weather episode

A weak surface and upper level trough extended through south-central New Mexico. Surface temperatures in the lower to mid 90s with dew points around 40 contributed to weak showers and thunderstorms to develop and produce gusty outflow winds.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 968951. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.