Albuquerque drivers face wet roads and possible thunder delays Friday evening, but sunshine will return by the end of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, showers and thunderstorms remain likely through late Friday, especially along Interstate 25 and nearby foothill roads. Rainfall amounts could reach a quarter inch in spots, creating slick pavement and brief flooding in low-lying areas. Motorists should avoid fast travel during downpours and allow extra time on city routes and highways.
Saturday brings a calmer setup with mostly clear skies and highs near 86 degrees. Winds stay light, helping outdoor events and travel. By Sunday, September 22, the pattern shifts fully dry. Skies will turn sunny, and Albuquerque warms to near 88 degrees, ideal for Balloon Fiesta preparations and late-September outdoor plans.
Overnight lows dip into the upper 50s most nights, offering cooler mornings for runners, hikers, and early commuters. Only a slight storm chance lingers into Monday before conditions turn consistently dry through midweek. Residents should secure outdoor furniture tonight, then expect a clear stretch perfect for fall outings by Sunday afternoon.
Weather officials stress caution Friday night for drivers crossing I-25, I-40, and rural Bernalillo County roads, as heavy rainfall may briefly reduce visibility. Conditions improve rapidly this weekend, but additional advisories remain possible if storm cells redevelop.
Warnings remain active until late Friday, with improving skies Saturday and a bright, dry Sunday ahead.
Five-Day Forecast for Albuquerque, NM
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 86, low 58.
- Sunday (Sept. 22): Sunny, high 88, low 61.
- Monday: Slight storm chance, high 85, low 57.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 85, low 58.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 86, low 58.
