City in New Mexico

Current Local Time in Albuquerque

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

🌙 88°F now🕔 11:59 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 560.000

Current local time in Albuquerque

11:59 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now5:59 AM
Sunrise6:33 AM
Sunset7:44 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:33 AM
Sunset7:44 PM
Daylight13h 11m
Solar noon1:08 PM
Golden hour (am)6:33 AM - 7:33 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:44 PM - 7:44 PM
Blue hour (am)6:03 AM - 6:33 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:44 PM - 8:14 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 90%
Moonrise5:55 PM
Moonset3:05 AM

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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 time11:59 PM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September 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 88°F (31°C) in Albuquerque with clear. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 73°F to 98°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - 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 98°F is 5.6°F above the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Albuquerque today at 9.5/10. 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 88°F (31°C) with clear. Humidity is 17% and wind is 4 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 11:59 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 August 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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