National Weather ServiceNew MexicoFreezing Fog AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Freezing Fog Advisories in New Mexico
The National Weather Service issued 11 freezing fog advisories for New Mexico in 2025 and 8 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 3rd most of any state. 2026 through September: 8, 67% above the average of 5 for those months in 2008-2025. Central Lea County was covered most often (36 times since 2008).
How many freezing fog advisories does New Mexico get?
Every freezing fog advisory that covered part of New Mexico. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 8 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2008 | 0 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does New Mexico get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in New Mexico?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lea County | 36 | 3 | January 31, 2026 |
| Southern Lea County | 35 | 3 | January 27, 2026 |
| Northern Lea County | 31 | 3 | January 31, 2026 |
| Central Highlands | 30 | 13 | April 6, 2025 |
| Eddy County Plains | 30 | 4 | January 27, 2026 |
| Northeast Highlands | 27 | 12 | November 22, 2025 |
| Guadalupe County | 23 | 8 | February 1, 2026 |
| Far Northeast Highlands | 22 | 10 | January 31, 2026 |
| Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County | 21 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Union County | 21 | 6 | January 31, 2026 |
| Curry County | 20 | 8 | February 1, 2026 |
| Chaves County Plains | 19 | 5 | February 1, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a freezing fog advisory?
A freezing fog advisory means fog will freeze on roads, bridges and other surfaces, making them slippery while it cuts visibility. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in New Mexico.