Weather in Albuquerque
What's the weather like in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 8°C (47°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in July, with overnight lows around -3°C (27°F) and 21°C (69°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Albuquerque are April through May, and October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 35.084, -106.650
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 47°F | -3°C / 27°F | 22 mm | 5 | — |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | -1°C / 30°F | 19 mm | 4 | — |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 3°C / 38°F | 17 mm | 5 | — |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 7°C / 45°F | 14 mm | 3 | — |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 12°C / 53°F | 17 mm | 3 | — |
| June | 33°C / 92°F | 18°C / 64°F | 13 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 34°C / 93°F | 21°C / 69°F | 17 mm | 5 | — |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 19°C / 66°F | 20 mm | 3 | — |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 16°C / 61°F | 19 mm | 3 | — |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 9°C / 48°F | 30 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 15°C / 59°F | 3°C / 37°F | 20 mm | 4 | — |
| December | 9°C / 49°F | -1°C / 29°F | 20 mm | 4 | — |
Albuquerque by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Albuquerque?
The most comfortable months in Albuquerque are usually March, April, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Albuquerque?
July is typically the hottest month in Albuquerque, averaging a high of 34°C (93°F).
What is the coldest month in Albuquerque?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -3°C (27°F).
Does it snow in Albuquerque?
Snow is rare in Albuquerque; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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