Geography of Albuquerque
Geography of Albuquerque: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Albuquerque
Santa Fe County is 58 mi to the north-east, Santa Fe is 58 mi to the north-east, White Sands National Park is 162 mi to the south and Petrified Forest National Park is 179 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 35°5′3.8″N 106°39′1.4″W (35.0844, -106.6504)
Quick facts about Albuquerque
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | New Mexico |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°5′3.8″N 106°39′1.4″W (35.0844, -106.6504) |
| Population | 560.000 |
| Known for | Balloon fiesta and Route 66 |
| Local time | 8:10 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Albuquerque is a city in New Mexico. Albuquerque is known for Balloon fiesta and Route 66. It has a population of about 560.000.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Albuquerque with clear sky. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 71°F to 99°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Albuquerque is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
Nearby highlights include White Sands National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Mesa Verde National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 99°F is 6.3°F above the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Albuquerque today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Albuquerque month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 28° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 58° | 36° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 66° | 42° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 72° | 47° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 80° | 54° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 92° | 67° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 93° | 69° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 93° | 69° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 84° | 60° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 51° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 58° | 37° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 51° | 32° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Albuquerque?
Albuquerque is a city in New Mexico. Its coordinates are 35.0844, -106.6504. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Albuquerque right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 31% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Albuquerque?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Albuquerque, which has a semi-arid climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Albuquerque in?
Albuquerque observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 8:10 AM.
How many people live in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has a population of approximately 560.000.
What are the top things to do in Albuquerque?
Popular options include White Sands National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mesa Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Monument Valley.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 8:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
