Albuquerque Weather Forecast
Albuquerque weather: 85°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Albuquerque
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
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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 85°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 38% and wind is 7 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 3:59 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 23, 2026 at 3:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
