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New Mexico Weather Alert: 50% Storm Risk Tuesday in Albuquerque Nov 15-19
Albuquerque, NM — New Mexico's November sunshine could give way to a sudden change Tuesday evening. Albuquerque faces a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, bringing the possibility of wet roads a
By Owen Prescott · 2026-11-15T12:06:05.392Z
Albuquerque, NM — New Mexico's November sunshine could give way to a sudden change Tuesday evening. Albuquerque faces a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, bringing the possibility of wet roads after several mild afternoons.
Temperatures will climb into the lower 60s before unsettled weather arrives. By Wednesday morning, readings should settle near 39 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, the most significant weather change arrives Tuesday, November 17, when showers and possible thunderstorms develop after 8 p.m.
The developing pattern could affect portions of Bernalillo County and the greater Albuquerque metropolitan area, including evening travel along Interstate 25 and Interstate 40.
Sunshine and Mild Temperatures Start the Week Sunday, November 15, brings sunny skies and an afternoon high near 61 degrees.
Calm winds and dry conditions should make outdoor activities comfortable, although temperatures will fall quickly after sunset.
Patchy fog could develop after 2 a.m. Monday, with lows approaching 34 degrees.
Drivers traveling early Monday should remain alert for localized visibility reductions.
Monday afternoon brings another round of sunshine, with temperatures reaching approximately 62 degrees.
Mostly clear skies return Monday night, with lows near 37 degrees.
Tuesday Evening Brings Thunderstorm Chances Tuesday becomes the week's primary weather concern.
Temperatures climb to approximately 63 degrees beneath mostly sunny skies.
Light southeast winds will increase to 10 15 mph during the morning.
By Tuesday evening, forecasters expect a slight chance of showers, followed by a greater chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8 p.m.
The precipitation probability reaches 50%.
While widespread severe weather is not indicated in the supplied forecast, thunderstorms could produce brief rainfall and reduced visibility.
Drivers should allow extra time if wet conditions develop along major highways.
No tornado warning or specific tornado threat is identified in the provided Albuquerque forecast.
Sunshine Returns Wednesday Before Another Warmup Wednesday, November 18, brings a quick improvement.
Sunny skies return, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 61 degrees.
Wednesday night cools to around 34 degrees, just two degrees above freezing.
That temperature deserves attention for residents protecting sensitive plants or traveling through colder outlying areas.
However, widespread freezing conditions are not explicitly forecast for Albuquerque.
Thursday brings mostly sunny skies and a warmer high near 65 degrees.
Albuquerque Five Day Weather Outlook: November 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Sunny skies, high near 61°F. Patchy fog possible late tonight, low near 34°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Sunny and mild, with a high near 62°F. Mostly clear Monday night, low near 37°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Mostly sunny with a high near 63°F. Showers and thunderstorms possible after 8 p.m., with a 50% precipitation chance. Low near 39°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Sunny skies return, with a high near 61°F. Mostly clear Wednesday night, low near 34°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high near 65°F. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low near 40°F. Looking Ahead: November 20 21 Friday continues the mild pattern, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 65 degrees.
A 20% chance of showers develops Friday night, with temperatures falling near 34 degrees.
Saturday remains sunny, with a high near 59 degrees.
The extended outlook does not indicate measurable snowfall in Albuquerque.
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