ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Sandia Mountains glow pale pink before sunrise, and the Rio Grande valley wakes under clear, calm skies. New Mexico remains locked in a pattern of quiet, golden-weather days — the kind that define early November in the high desert.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, stable high pressure keeps the atmosphere calm through Saturday, bringing continued sunshine, light winds, and afternoon highs near 72 to 74°F. Mornings will stay crisp, dipping into the 30s and 40s, perfect for coffee on the porch or a pre-dawn run. Winds will pick up slightly from the west Friday but remain gentle, adding only a hint of breeze through the afternoon.
Travelers on I-40 and I-25 can expect excellent visibility statewide. With no precipitation or strong winds expected, outdoor events, road trips, and Veterans Day planning can move forward without weather concerns. Residents should still plan for cool mornings — frost pockets may briefly form in sheltered valleys east of the city before sunrise.
The weekend holds steady with sunshine and upper-60s highs by Sunday as a weak trough brushes northern New Mexico. Early next week, models hint at a gradual cool-down as Arctic air dives south across the Plains. Albuquerque will likely stay dry but cooler, with highs near the 60s by Tuesday and lows nearing freezing in outlying areas.
For now, the Land of Enchantment enjoys a flawless stretch of fall weather — ideal for ballooning, day hikes, or simply soaking in the warmth before the first real cold snap of November approaches mid-month.
Five-Day Outlook for Albuquerque, NM:
Thu: 74/40 – Sunny and mild; light west wind.
Fri: 72/40 – Bright, calm; slight breeze late.
Sat: 71/36 – Sunny; cool morning start.
Sun: 69/35 – Mostly sunny; slight cooling trend.
Mon: 65/37 – Mostly sunny; turning cooler.
