City in New Mexico

Current Local Time in Albuquerque

Current local time and time zone in Albuquerque, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 44°F now🕔 3:15 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August and October👥 560.000

Current local time in Albuquerque

3:15 PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now9:15 PM
Sunrise7:24 AM
Sunset6:16 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:24 AM
Sunset6:16 PM
Daylight10h 52m
Solar noon12:50 PM
Golden hour (am)7:24 AM - 8:24 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:16 PM - 6:16 PM
Blue hour (am)6:54 AM - 7:24 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:16 PM - 6:46 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 94%
Moonrise8:05 PM
Moonset10:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Albuquerque

TypeCity
StateNew Mexico
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates35°5′3.8″N 106°39′1.4″W (35.0844, -106.6504)
Population560.000
Known forBalloon fiesta and Route 66
Local time3:15 PM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August and October
ClimateSemi-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 44°F (7°C) in Albuquerque with clear. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 43°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Albuquerque is April, May, June, July, August 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 about average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Albuquerque today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 35°5′3.8″N 106°39′1.4″W (35.0844, -106.6504)

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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 44°F (7°C) with clear. Humidity is 77% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Albuquerque?

April, May, June, July, August 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 3:15 PM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 October 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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