Albuquerque Weather Forecast
Albuquerque weather: 82°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Albuquerque weather in October
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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).
Best time to visit Albuquerque
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Albuquerque compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Albuquerque.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe County | 58 mi | 53°F | 40°F cooler | 13 in |
| Santa Fe | 58 mi | 53°F | 40°F cooler | 13 in |
| White Sands National Park | 162 mi | 66°F | +37°F warmer | 7 in |
| Petrified Forest National Park | 179 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 8 in |
| Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 179 mi | 48°F | 45°F cooler | 15 in |
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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 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 21% 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 1:10 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 1:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
