Albuquerque Weather Forecast
Albuquerque weather: 77°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Albuquerque?
No - rain is unlikely in Albuquerque today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,0 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 39% of a normal August week (0,0 in against 0,1 in).
16-day forecast for Albuquerque
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 72° | 6% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 68° | 7% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 69° | 6% | 16 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 80° | 6% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 80° | 4% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 80° | 10% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 78° | 10% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 97° / 74° | 6% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 80° | 3% · 0,0 in | 29 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 80° | 9% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 99° / 80° | 9% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 81° | 14% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 98° / 71° | 25% · 0,1 in | 30 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 91° / 73° | 26% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 91° / 73° | 35% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 79° | 26% | 17 mph | 8 |
What this means for Albuquerque
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is 2.9°F above the 93°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 77°F.
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.
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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 77°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 39% 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 10:19 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 10:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
