Albuquerque, N.M. – Storm clouds could build over Albuquerque by Monday afternoon, raising the chance of thunderstorms and travel slowdowns across central New Mexico. Drivers along I-25 and I-40 should prepare for slick pavement and sudden reduced visibility during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, a 20 percent chance of storms arrives after noon Monday, with rain most likely through late evening. Gusty winds and localized downpours may hit parts of Bernalillo County, though severe weather is not expected.
Sunny skies dominate the weekend with highs in the upper 80s Saturday and Sunday. Conditions shift Sunday night as clouds increase and temperatures dip into the upper 50s. By Monday, highs hover near 86, but unsettled weather remains the key concern.
Tuesday brings drier air with mostly sunny skies, though another slight storm chance lingers overnight. From Wednesday onward, clear and calm weather settles in, offering cooler nights and seasonable daytime warmth in the mid-80s.
Residents should charge devices in case of brief outages and allow extra time on the roads Monday afternoon. Outdoor events planned for Monday evening should monitor conditions and move indoors quickly if thunder develops.
Storm chances fade midweek, but more advisories may follow if patterns shift.
Five Day Forecast for Albuquerque, N.M.:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 87. Low around 57.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 88. Low near 59, partly cloudy at night.
- Monday: Mostly sunny with afternoon thunderstorms, high near 86. Low around 57.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 86. Slight storm chance overnight. Low near 56.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 84. Low around 57.
