High Wind Warning New Mexico, Texas | Effective 03/22/2026 16:31

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued March 22 at 5:31PM MDT until March 23 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 22, 2026 - 4:31pm
Expires: 
March 23, 2026 - 12:45am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New Mexico. * WHEN...From 11 PM MDT /midnight CDT/ this evening to 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers.
Instruction: 
Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the winds subside. Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if possible.
Area Description: 
Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX