Albuquerque, N.M. – Thunderstorms packing heavy rain could drench Albuquerque by mid-afternoon Wednesday, prompting a Flood Watch across central New Mexico until 7 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, flash flooding is possible in low-lying and urban areas, especially where drainage is poor. Roads like I-25 and I-40 could see temporary closures due to fast-rising water and street flooding. A second round of thunderstorms is expected mid-day, with rainfall totals between 1 and 2 inches likely by nightfall.
Residents across the Albuquerque Metro, Glorieta Pass, Santa Fe, and the Middle Rio Grande Valley should prepare for fast-changing road conditions. Riverbanks and culverts may become unstable or collapse. Officials urge drivers to avoid flood-prone roads and never attempt to cross standing water.
Thursday brings relief, with sunny skies returning and temperatures rising to 86°F. Winds will shift southwest by afternoon. Friday and Saturday will stay dry and hot, with highs reaching into the low 90s. The weekend outlook remains mostly sunny, but elevated fire danger may return due to heat and dry winds.
More thunderstorms are possible Sunday through Tuesday, though confidence remains low. Stay weather-aware and check alerts frequently, especially during afternoon peak heating hours when storms tend to intensify.
Five-Day Forecast for Albuquerque (June 4–9):
- Wednesday: Scattered thunderstorms likely after 3 p.m., high near 79°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 86°F
- Friday: Sunny, high near 91°F
- Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 93°F
- Sunday: Mostly clear early, 20% chance of PM storms, high near 94°F
Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday — stay off the roads if possible and monitor NWS updates.
