New Mexico Balloon Fiesta Faces Late-Week Storm Risk

Mostly sunny, warmer-than-average fall weather is expected across New Mexico through the workweek, keeping most Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta morning events favorable, though occasional breezes could affect some launches and afternoon activities. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible over northern and western higher terrain, while most other areas should remain dry. Temperatures are expected to move closer to seasonal averages by late week, with breezier conditions possible over the weekend. A stronger storm system is forecast to bring increasing moisture and showers statewide late Sunday into early next week, along with locally heavy rain, flooding concerns, gusty winds, cooler temperatures, and possible snow at higher northern elevations.