ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico is bracing for an unusually active monsoon season,with Lincoln County already experiencing flash flood warnings as of October 2025. Data from the Iowa State University’s Environmental Mesonet, utilizing facts from the National Weather Service, reveals heightened precipitation levels and potential for severe weather events across the state.
The 2025 monsoon season is demonstrating characteristics that could lead to significant impacts for residents and infrastructure. Lincoln County has been the initial focal point, with flash flood warnings issued indicating immediate danger. The Iowa Environmental Mesonet data highlights a concerning trend of above-average rainfall in the region. This year’s monsoon activity began with a particularly intense period in early October, exceeding rainfall totals observed during the same timeframe in recent years.
Specifically, the Iowa state University Environmental Mesonet data shows that Lincoln County received 3.5 inches of rainfall within a 24-hour period on October 15, 2025, triggering the flash flood warnings. This amount surpasses the average 24-hour rainfall for that area during the monsoon season by 150%. Furthermore, the Mesonet’s predictive models indicate a 70% probability of continued above-average precipitation throughout the remainder of October, perhaps impacting other counties across eastern New Mexico.
