Significant accumulation of snow and dangerous driving conditions are expected in mountain areas of in northern New Mexico through Monday and into Tuesday morning.
A winter storm warning is in effect through 6 a.m. Tuesday in the far northwest highlands as well as the San Juan Mountains, the Jemez Mountains and parts of the Sangre de Christo Mountains.
The National Weather Service warns of winds gusting to around 40 mph and up to 50 mph over ridgetops.
Forecasters say travelers will face greatly reduced visibility from snow and blowing snow in some areas of northern New Mexico.
Snow levels initially will be between 7,500 and 8,500 feet Monday morning but dropping by late morning and mid-afternoon.
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