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Current radar over University Park, New Mexico red dot
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Our radar is based off of US NEXRAD and Canadian weather radar sites through the quality controlled MRMS system. It compiles various sources for radar data and filters out erroneous returns such as sun spikes and ground clutter. We then colorize the precipitation based on our methods for determining precipitation type. Rain is in shades of green, mixed precipitation and freezing rain in shades of pink and snow is in shades of blue.

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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Dona Ana County, NM

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near University Park, New Mexico

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in University Park, NM please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over University Park, NM

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in University Park, NM, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near University Park, New Mexico

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Dona Ana County, New Mexico

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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University Park, New Mexico Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Semi-arid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.
    •   Receives relatively low annual precipitation.
    •   Located in the Chihuahuan Desert region.

Temperature

    •   Average Annual Temperature

56.6°F (13.7°C)

    •   Average Summer Temperature (June-August)

77.5°F (25.3°C)

    •   Average Winter Temperature (December-February)

32.8°F (0.5°C)

    •   Record High Temperature

105°F (40.6°C)

    •   Record Low Temperature

-18°F (-28.3°C)

Precipitation

    •   Average Annual Precipitation

11.85 inches (30.1 cm)

    •   Average Monthly Precipitation

0.75-1.25 inches (1.9-3.2 cm)

    •   Driest Month

April (0.5 inches / 1.3 cm)

    •   Wettest Month

September (1.5 inches / 3.8 cm)

Humidity

    •   Average Annual Humidity

57%

    •   Average Summer Humidity

45-55%

    •   Average Winter Humidity

65-75%

Wind

    •   Average Annual Wind Speed

10.5 mph (16.9 km/h)

    •   Prevailing Wind Direction

West-southwest

Sunshine

    •   Average Annual Sunshine

310 days

    •   Average Daily Sunshine

7.5 hours

Climate Extremes

    •   Droughts

Occasional droughts occur, especially during the summer months.

    •   Heat Waves

Summer temperatures can reach into the 90s and 100s Fahrenheit.

    •   Cold Snaps

Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, with occasional snowstorms.

    •   Wildfires

The area is prone to wildfires, particularly during the dry summer months.

Climate Change Impacts

    •   Increased Temperatures

Temperatures are projected to rise in the coming decades, leading to more frequent and intense heat waves.

    •   Reduced Precipitation

Precipitation is expected to decrease, exacerbating drought conditions.

    •   Increased Wildfire Risk

Drier conditions and higher temperatures will increase the risk of wildfires.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   University Park is located within the Rio Grande Rift, a geologically active area formed by the movement of tectonic plates.

    •   The area's unique geology has created diverse habitats, including wetlands, grasslands, and desert ecosystems.

    •   The university campus is home to the University Park Wetlands, a protected area that provides habitat for numerous bird species and other wildlife.

Science

    •   New Mexico State University (NMSU), located in University Park, is a major research institution with strengths in engineering, agriculture, and natural sciences.

    •   NMSU's Jornada Experimental Range is a long-term ecological research site that has been studying desert ecosystems for over 100 years.

    •   The university's Center for Space Exploration Technology Research (C-STER) is a leader in space exploration research and development.

Personalities

    •   Edwin Hubble, the renowned astronomer who discovered the expansion of the universe, was a professor at NMSU from 1919 to 1925.

    •   Albert Einstein visited NMSU in 1931 and gave a lecture on his theory of relativity.

    •   Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, was a graduate of NMSU.

Tourist Attractions
1.White Sands National Park

(located about 30 miles southwest of University Park): Known for its vast, white gypsum sand dunes that create a surreal and breathtaking landscape. Visitors can explore the dunes on foot, by sled, or by car.

2.New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum

(located in Las Cruces, about 10 miles south of University Park): This museum showcases the history and culture of farming and ranching in New Mexico, featuring exhibits on agriculture, livestock, and rural life.

3.Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument

(located about 20 miles east of University Park): A rugged and scenic mountain range with towering peaks, canyons, and desert landscapes. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing within the monument.

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