* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and western
Texas.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT /7 PM CDT/ Friday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
Wind Advisory
Until 2026-10-16T12:00:00-06:00
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National Weather Service
* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico and southwest and western
Texas.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT /7 PM CDT/ Friday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects.
DARK CANYON DRAW NEAR WHITES CITY, NM
Realtime Data
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Report
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Conditions
63
Discharge (cfs)
5.4
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 63 cfs, and a gauge height of 5.39 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 6 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The main source of flow is seasonal rainfall and snowmelt, with occasional flash floods. There are no significant tributaries or dams in the immediate area. Seasonal trends show a decrease in flow during the summer months and an increase during the winter and spring. Interestingly, the canyon is known for its unique geology and rock formations, including the famous Carlsbad Caverns. Overall, the flow of Dark Canyon Draw is important for understanding the water resources in the region and assessing potential flood risks.