New Mexico wakes up to a crisp, biting start across Albuquerque this morning. The air feels sharp at 33 degrees, and a few spotty rain and snow showers are possible before midday.
Clouds drift over the Sandia Mountains while wind gusts begin to pick up across the metro. Pavement remains dry in many neighborhoods, but brief slick spots could develop if a shower passes through.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, there is a 20% chance of rain and snow showers before 11 a.m., followed by a slight chance of rain into early afternoon. South winds increase to 10–15 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph possible.
Drivers along I-25 and I-40 should watch for sudden crosswinds.
Highs climb to 51 degrees this afternoon as skies gradually turn mostly sunny. The wintry mix threat stays light, and no significant accumulation is expected in the city.
Keep a jacket handy through the morning hours.
Skies clear tonight with lows dipping to 24 degrees. Any moisture that lingers could refreeze after sunset in colder spots.
The weekend delivers a steady warmup. Saturday turns sunny with a high near 54. By Sunday, temperatures rise to 60 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
Early next week feels even milder. Monday reaches 67 degrees, followed by low 70s Tuesday and mid-70s by Wednesday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across central New Mexico, signaling strong spring warmth building after this brief February chill.
Five-Day Outlook for Albuquerque:
- Today: High 51°, slight rain/snow chance, breezy.
- Saturday: High 54°, sunny.
- Sunday: High 60°, mostly sunny.
- Monday: High 67°, mostly sunny.
- Tuesday: High 73°, mostly sunny.
