Mild Weather Continues in New Mexico, Drought Concerns Persist

As of November 4th, 2025, New Mexico is experiencing a period of relatively mild, warm, and dry weather. The state is expected to see above-normal temperatures through November 13th, with a 70-80% chance of warmer-than-usual conditions. This follows a trend of above-normal temperatures across the entire state in October.

The weather outlook for the next 6-10 days also suggests a low potential for rapid fire spread in the east-central region of New Mexico on Thursday. This is due to breezy conditions, with wind gusts of 30-40 mph and low relative humidity levels. Meteorologists have advised residents to be cautious, as the dry conditions could contribute to the risk of wildfires.

Despite the mild temperatures, the ongoing drought in New Mexico remains a concern. Precipitation levels have been varied across the state, with the northwestern region seeing above-average moisture, while the far-southeastern area experienced well-below-average rainfall in October. This has led to minor drought improvement in some areas and degradation in others.

Looking ahead, the precipitation outlook for the next 6-10 days indicates below-normal levels statewide. Meteorologists warn that this could lead to a worsening of drought conditions, particularly in the southeastern part of the state, where the trend has already been moving in a negative direction.