New Mexico – Headlights cut through pockets of freezing fog across the Rio Grande Valley as cold air lingers near the ground. Early travelers in Albuquerque face slick bridges and reduced visibility before brighter skies take over later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, areas of freezing fog develop early this morning, especially near the river and low-lying roads. Temperatures hover near 30 degrees at daybreak, creating a brief risk of black ice on untreated surfaces.
Conditions improve quickly after sunrise. Fog lifts, sunshine returns, and highs climb into the upper 50s. Roads dry out, but shaded spots may stay slick a bit longer. Drivers should slow down during the early commute, especially on I-25, I-40, and local overpasses.
Sunday brings a milder feel. Afternoon temperatures rise into the low 60s under mostly sunny skies. Winds remain light, making it one of the more comfortable days of the week. Sunday night turns cooler again, with lows dipping back near freezing.
By Monday, Albuquerque reaches near 60 degrees with sunshine and calm winds. That warmth does not last long. A cooling trend begins Tuesday as highs slip into the upper 50s and clouds increase by midweek.
By Wednesday night, rain showers develop, with a chance of rain and snow mixing in as temperatures fall toward freezing. While accumulations remain uncertain, even light snow could impact early-morning travel later in the week.
Looking ahead, winter stays in control into Thursday and Friday, with additional chances for rain and snow and colder nights settling into the upper 20s. Keep winter gear handy and stay alert for changing road conditions as January progresses.
Seeing fog or icy spots where you are this morning? Let us know what you’re noticing.
Five-Day Outlook for Albuquerque, New Mexico
Today: Freezing fog early, then sunny, high near 59
Sunday: Mostly sunny, milder, high near 62
Monday: Sunny, high near 60
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, cooler, high near 57
Wednesday: Chance of rain and snow, high near 54
