Your safety comes first, and I want to be sure you know where to turn during severe weather.
Why the Santa Fe Weather Group is a Great Resource - And When to Go Elsewhere
May 30, 2025
By Jay Faught
If you're looking for accurate, locally focused weather forecasts tailored specifically to Santa Fe and the surrounding areas, the Santa Fe Weather Facebook Group is a fantastic resource. I created this group because I saw a real need for daily, location-specific forecasts that go beyond what the broader Albuquerque-based media outlets provide. Living in Santa Fe myself, I understand how different our weather patterns can be—even just a few miles apart. If you want to learn about my background and education - read this article.
In the group, I share daily forecasts, weekend outlooks, and explanations of local weather patterns in a way that’s easy to understand. My goal is to help you plan your day, your weekend, and even your travel, based on the unique weather conditions here in northern New Mexico.
But Let’s Talk About Severe Weather…
As helpful as this group can be, there are limits to what I can provide—especially when it comes to real-time updates during severe weather events. I have a full-time job outside of this group, and while I try to stay on top of weather developments, I may not always be available during critical moments like fast-developing thunderstorms or flash flood warnings.
That’s why I strongly encourage everyone to use official, up-to-the-minute sources for severe weather alerts, especially during thunderstorm season. These include:
✅ National Weather Service (NWS): https://www.weather.gov/abq
✅ NOAA Weather Radio – especially useful if your internet or power goes out
✅ Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on your phone
✅ The NWS mobile app or weather.gov mobile site
✅ Trusted weather apps like WeatherBug, MyRadar, or RadarScope
✅ TV stations with dedicated weather teams during breaking weather situations
Stay Safe and Informed
We’ve already seen how quickly storms can pop up in our area, and we haven't even started monsoon season. Even a seemingly routine summer afternoon can quickly turn into a dangerous weather situation.
So while the Santa Fe Weather Facebook Group is here to help you understand what’s coming and why, your personal safety always comes first. Please make sure you’re also using tools that can alert you immediately if severe weather is heading your way.
I’ll continue sharing thoughtful, accurate local forecasts—and some weather nerd fun along the way—but let’s all be smart and stay safe out there.
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