Albuquerque, New Mexico – Drivers across central New Mexico could face downpours, lightning, and slick roads by Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms develop over the Albuquerque area. A sharp uptick in storm activity is expected on June 3rd, raising travel concerns along I-25, I-40, and surface streets during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, scattered storms are likely to begin after noon Tuesday with a 30% chance of showers in the morning, increasing sharply to 80% by evening. Some storms may produce up to a quarter-inch of rain and gusty winds. Tuesday’s high will climb to 86°F under mostly sunny skies before conditions shift rapidly.
Motorists should allow extra travel time and avoid flooded intersections. Calm morning winds will give way to shifting patterns as storm systems move east through Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Valencia counties.
Tuesday night will remain unsettled with a 40% chance of continued storms and showers. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and prepare for brief power outages due to potential lightning strikes. South winds around 5 mph are expected overnight.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast – Albuquerque, NM
- Tuesday (June 3): 30–80% chance of storms, high 86°F, low 58°F
- Wednesday: Storms possible, high 81°F, low 56°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87°F, low 59°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 92°F, low 59°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 93°F, low 61°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 94°F
