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Albuquerque, NM Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Albuquerque, NM?
Albuquerque, NM gets 8.8 in of precipitation a year over about 56 rainy days, and about 7.9 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 92°F) and January the coldest (average low 26°F).
Semi-arid climate
Albuquerque, NM has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 48°F in December to 92°F in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 28° | 50° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 44° | 71° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 65° | 90° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 46° | 70° |
How much rain does Albuquerque get?
Albuquerque gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 56 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 1.6 in. January is the driest, with 0.4 in. July has the most rainy days, about 9.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 78 days, to June 16, 2022.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Albuquerque got 6.8 in of rain, against a normal of 8.8 in for those months. September 2025 had the most, with 1.1 in.
See where Albuquerque ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days.
Does it snow in Albuquerque?
Yes. Albuquerque gets about 7.9 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 37.5 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 3.8 in of snow, against a normal of 7.9 in for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 2.2 in.
See where Albuquerque ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Albuquerque weather by month
Albuquerque weather in January
In January, Albuquerque averages a high of 49°F and a low of 26°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 69°F (1994) and the record low is -17°F (1971).
Albuquerque weather in February
In February, Albuquerque averages a high of 55°F and a low of 30°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 77°F (2026) and the record low is -7°F (2011).
Albuquerque weather in March
In March, Albuquerque averages a high of 63°F and a low of 36°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 91°F (2026) and the record low is 10°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Albuquerque weather in April
In April, Albuquerque averages a high of 71°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 89°F (1989) and the record low is 19°F (1980). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Albuquerque weather in May
In May, Albuquerque averages a high of 80°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 97°F (2000) and the record low is 28°F (1975).
Albuquerque weather in June
In June, Albuquerque averages a high of 90°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 107°F (1994) and the record low is 40°F (1980).
Albuquerque weather in July
In July, Albuquerque averages a high of 92°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 105°F (1980) and the record low is 52°F (1985).
Albuquerque weather in August
In August, Albuquerque averages a high of 89°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 102°F (2023) and the record low is 50°F (1992).
Albuquerque weather in September
In September, Albuquerque averages a high of 83°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 1.1 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 100°F (1979) and the record low is 37°F (1971).
Albuquerque weather in October
In October, Albuquerque averages a high of 71°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 0.9 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 79% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 91°F (1979) and the record low is 19°F (2020). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Albuquerque weather in November
In November, Albuquerque averages a high of 58°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 73% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 78°F (2023) and the record low is -7°F (1976).
Albuquerque weather in December
In December, Albuquerque averages a high of 48°F and a low of 27°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 69°F (2025) and the record low is -7°F (1990).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Albuquerque
October is the sunniest month in Albuquerque, with estimated sunshine of 79% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 60%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 69% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Albuquerque is sunnier than 96% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 49% and is lowest in May at 18%.
Wind averages 8 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 10 mph.
Albuquerque has about 65 days a year above 90°F. Albuquerque is hotter than 77% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 43 days a year.
See where Albuquerque ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Albuquerque
The first fall freeze in Albuquerque typically comes around October 31, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 204 days.
Albuquerque weather records
These records cover ALBUQUERQUE INTL AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Albuquerque station is 107°F, on June 26, 1994. The coldest is -17°F, on January 7, 1971.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 1.9 in of precipitation, on April 3, 2004.
44 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Albuquerque
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 50°F and lows near 28°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 44°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 90°F and lows near 65°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 46°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26° | 49° | 0.36 in | 4 | 7 mph | 49% | 64% | 69° | -17° |
| February | 30° | 55° | 0.43 in | 4 | 8 mph | 40% | 66% | 77° | -7° |
| March | 36° | 63° | 0.46 in | 4 | 9 mph | 33% | 60% | 91° | 10° |
| April | 43° | 71° | 0.51 in | 3 | 10 mph | 20% | 72% | 89° | 19° |
| May | 52° | 80° | 0.44 in | 4 | 10 mph | 18% | 75% | 97° | 28° |
| June | 62° | 90° | 0.57 in | 4 | 9 mph | 22% | 63% | 107° | 40° |
| July | 67° | 92° | 1.6 in | 9 | 8 mph | 33% | 62% | 105° | 52° |
| August | 65° | 89° | 1.3 in | 8 | 7 mph | 35% | 63% | 102° | 50° |
| September | 58° | 83° | 1.1 in | 6 | 7 mph | 33% | 76% | 100° | 37° |
| October | 46° | 71° | 0.87 in | 5 | 8 mph | 32% | 79% | 91° | 19° |
| November | 34° | 58° | 0.57 in | 3 | 7 mph | 40% | 73% | 78° | -7° |
| December | 27° | 48° | 0.53 in | 4 | 7 mph | 46% | 69% | 69° | -7° |
Station: ALBUQUERQUE INTL AP, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Albuquerque climate questions
How much rain does Albuquerque get?
Albuquerque gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 56 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Albuquerque?
July is the wettest month in Albuquerque, with 1.6 in. January is the driest, with 0.4 in.
How many rainy days does Albuquerque have a year?
Albuquerque has about 56 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 9.
Does it snow in Albuquerque?
Yes. Albuquerque gets about 7.9 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 37.5 in.
What is the hottest month in Albuquerque?
July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with an average high of 92°F.
What is the coldest month in Albuquerque?
January is the coldest month in Albuquerque, with an average low of 26°F.
What is the record high temperature in Albuquerque?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Albuquerque station is 107°F, set on June 26, 1994. The record low is -17°F, on January 7, 1971.
What is the sunniest month in Albuquerque?
October is the sunniest month in Albuquerque, with estimated sunshine of 79% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Albuquerque?
The first fall freeze in Albuquerque typically comes around October 31. The last spring freeze is around April 10.
What is the best time to visit Albuquerque?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.