High Wind Warning

FROM: NWS Midland/Odessa TX
AREA: Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County; Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet; Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains; Davis Mountains
SENT: 2026-02-16T11:52:00-07:00

High Wind Warning issued February 16 at 11:52AM MST until February 17 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

* WHAT…Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph
expected.

* WHERE…Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas and Southeast New
Mexico, and Davis Mountains.

* WHEN…From 5 AM MST /6 AM CST/ to 10 PM MST /11 PM CST/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles like campers, vans, and tractor trailers. Aviation
interests may experience localized but extreme turbulence, or
strong downward airflows if flying in the near the Guadalupe
Mountains.

Winds will be particularly hazardous at higher elevations where the
strongest winds are likely to occur. Be especially careful driving
in these mountainous areas. People driving high-profile vehicles
should strongly consider postponing travel in these areas until the
winds subside.

Delay travel through Guadalupe Pass or find another route, if
possible.

Use caution if flying low near the mountains as severe turbulence is
possible.

Alert Expiration: 2026-02-17T22:00:00-07:00