Albuquerque, NM — A surge of dry heat is on the way for central New Mexico this weekend as spring conditions escalate across the state. Saturday will bring Albuquerque sunny skies and near-summer highs of 88°F, making it one of the warmest days of April so far.
According to the National Weather Service, winds will shift westward Saturday morning, increasing to 15 mph by afternoon. These breezy and dry conditions may elevate fire weather concerns, especially along open corridors like I-25. Sunday remains warm, with a high near 86°F under partly sunny skies. Residents should hydrate, limit prolonged sun exposure, and remain weather-aware through early next week.
By Monday, temperatures drop slightly to 80°F under partly sunny skies. Tuesday brings a slight 20 percent chance of showers after noon, offering a brief respite from the dry stretch. Highs dip modestly to 81°F, followed by clearer skies Wednesday with highs in the mid-80s.
Here’s the five-day outlook:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 88°F. Winds up to 15 mph.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 86°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, high near 80°F.
- Tuesday: Slight chance of showers after noon. Partly sunny, high near 81°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 84°F.
