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Sandoval County weather alerts

1 active alert for Sandoval County, New Mexico right now: a Flood Watch.

41 in the last 30 days 184 in 12 months (since Aug 30) most common: Special Weather Statement Get alerts on your phone →

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Flood Watch

Issued Thu, Oct 22, 12:24 AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM Until Fri, Oct 23, 6:00 AM MDT (in 1 day)

Area: Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands; West Central Plateau; West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands; Southwest Mountains; San Francisco River Valley; Tusas Mountains...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of western, central, and north-central New Mexico, mainly along and west of the Continental Divide. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Floodin...

What it means: Conditions are favourable for flooding. Have a plan in case a warning is issued.

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Last 30 days

Recent alerts for Sandoval County

AlertIssuedEndedIssued by
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 5:18 PM Oct 21, 5:30 PM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 5:16 PM Oct 21, 6:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 4:43 PM Oct 21, 5:15 PM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 4:06 PM Oct 21, 4:30 PM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 3:37 PM Oct 21, 4:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 21, 2:59 PM Oct 21, 3:30 PM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Oct 21, 11:55 AM Oct 23, 6:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Oct 21, 2:06 AM Oct 23, 6:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Special Weather Statement Oct 20, 3:35 PM Oct 20, 4:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Oct 20, 12:46 PM Oct 23, 6:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Warning Oct 17, 8:44 AM Oct 17, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Warning Oct 16, 7:51 PM Oct 17, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Warning Oct 16, 12:00 PM Oct 17, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 16, 8:43 AM Oct 17, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 16, 12:04 AM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 16, 12:04 AM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 11:33 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 11:33 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 15, 11:33 PM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 9:27 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 15, 9:27 PM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 9:27 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 1:01 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 15, 1:01 PM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch Oct 15, 1:01 PM Oct 17, 8:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 15, 12:54 PM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 15, 9:04 AM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Warning Oct 14, 11:30 PM Oct 16, 9:00 AM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Watch Oct 14, 12:16 PM Oct 16, 12:00 PM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Watch Oct 13, 11:31 PM Oct 16, 12:00 PM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Watch Oct 13, 8:22 PM Oct 16, 12:00 PM Albuquerque NM
High Wind Watch Oct 13, 12:05 PM Oct 16, 12:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Wind Advisory Oct 11, 5:46 PM Oct 11, 6:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Wind Advisory Oct 11, 12:07 PM Oct 11, 6:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Flood Warning Sep 30, 3:22 PM Oct 1, 2:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Flood Warning Sep 30, 3:12 PM Oct 1, 2:00 PM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Sep 30, 12:41 PM Oct 1, 12:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Sep 30, 5:43 AM Oct 1, 12:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Sep 30, 5:43 AM Sep 30, 6:00 AM Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch Sep 29, 11:41 PM Oct 1, 12:00 AM Albuquerque NM

Pattern

What Sandoval County gets alerted for

Every alert that named Sandoval County in the last 12 months, by type. Records begin August 30, 2026, so this fills in over the year.

Special Weather Statement
60
Flood Watch
56
Flash Flood Warning
21
Flood Advisory
12
Freeze Watch
9
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
9
High Wind Warning
6
High Wind Watch
4
Freeze Warning
3
Flood Warning
2
Wind Advisory
2

Plain English

What these alerts mean

A warning means the hazard is happening or about to; a watch means conditions favour it; an advisory is a lesser hazard still worth planning around.

Flood Watch

Conditions are favourable for flooding. Have a plan in case a warning is issued.

Special Weather Statement

A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.

Freeze Warning

Sub-freezing temperatures are imminent. Protect tender plants and outdoor plumbing.

Freeze Watch

Sub-freezing temperatures are possible. Be ready to protect plants and pipes.

High Wind Warning

Sustained winds of 40 mph or more, or gusts of 58 mph or more, are expected. Secure loose objects and expect downed trees and power lines.

High Wind Watch

Damaging winds are possible. Secure loose objects ahead of time.

Wind Advisory

Sustained winds of 30 mph or more, or gusts to 45 mph, are expected. Use caution driving high-profile vehicles.

Flood Warning

Flooding of rivers, streams or low-lying areas is occurring or expected. Avoid flooded roads and monitor river levels.

Flash Flood Warning

Flash flooding is occurring or imminent. Move to higher ground; never drive into water covering a road.

Flood Advisory

Minor flooding of streets, streams or low-lying areas is expected. Expect ponding on roads and use caution when driving.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

A storm with hail of 1 inch or larger, winds of 58 mph or more, or both, is occurring or imminent. Move indoors and away from windows.

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Where do these alerts come from?

From the National Weather Service alert feed (api.weather.gov). NWS issues alerts by county and by forecast zone; this page lists every product that names Sandoval County. Forecast Bar checks the feed continuously and this page refreshes within a few minutes of a change.

What is the difference between a watch, a warning and an advisory?

A warning means the hazard is occurring, imminent or very likely: act now. A watch means conditions are favourable for it to develop: prepare and stay informed. An advisory covers a hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause real inconvenience or danger if you are not ready for it.

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