Noaa Weather Albuquerque New Mexico (2024)

FAQs

How accurate is NOAA weather? ›

A seven-day forecast can accurately predict the weather about 80 percent of the time and a five-day forecast can accurately predict the weather approximately 90 percent of the time. However, a 10-day—or longer—forecast is only right about half the time.

Our average annual rainfall is about 9 inches, and the average relative humidity is only 44 percent. Please be aware that low humidity and abundant sunshine mean visitors need to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Visitors should also use sunblock with a high SPF for skin protection.

Snow and Ice Outlook

There are currently no active snow events at this location.

Temperatures easily climb to 100°F or higher over the east central and southeast plains during the summer months, however, maximum temperatures reach the 100° degree or more threshold less often in Albuquerque. For other sites across central and southern New Mexico, maximum summer temperatures exceed 100° every year.

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San Pedro Parks receives about 35 inches (89 cm) of precipitation annually, making it one of the wettest areas of New Mexico. Snowfall is heavy in winter and snow cover can persist until early June. Many of the meadows are boggy from the heavy precipitation.

The driest month in Albuquerque is February with 0.44 inches of precipitation, and with 1.73 inches August is the wettest month.

Recognized as one of the most culturally diverse cities in the country, Albuquerque's ethnic tapestry is reflected in its architecture, artwork, cultural centers and cuisine.

Did you know that a winter storm in 2006 broke records around the state for the most snowfall in a single day? If you lived in New Mexico during this time, you remember the Albuquerque blizzard all too well.

Why is it so cold in Albuquerque? ›

New Mexico's temperature is considerably cooler than states to the east at the same latitude because of the high average elevation of the state, and the long distance from the moderating effects of oceans in winter.

The hottest temperature ever recorded in Albuquerque was 107 degrees on June 26, 1994. Since 1990, Albuquerque has seen temperatures at or near 100 degrees every year. Temperatures are expected to climb above 100 degrees across New Mexico.

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NOAA is forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher). Of those, 8 to 13 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 4 to 7 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). Forecasters have a 70% confidence in these ranges.

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