NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Drier weather returned statewide today as temperatures continued a warming trend with lighter winds. Winds will pick up once again overnight tonight, into Sunday morning. Sunday and Monday will be the warmest day for many of us over the next several days. Stronger winds will pick up again Monday afternoon. Forecast Continues Below Community: A look at the 2024 Good News Stories from New Mexico Events: What’s happening around New Mexico December 27-January 2 News: Albuquerque Youtuber documents abandoned areas in the city Film: Mesa Film Studio one step closer to development near Double Eagle II Airport A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for all of eastern New Mexico for Monday. We will see winds gust between 35-55 mph with humidity percentages between 10-15%. Elevated to critical fire conditions will be present. A strong cold front will move into New Mexico from the northwest Monday night and through the day Tuesday. This will bring in cooler air to start the New Year.