Albuquerque, New Mexico – Drivers and outdoor workers in Albuquerque should brace for a surge of afternoon thunderstorms Tuesday, July 29, with temperatures spiking near 92°F ahead of the rain. Summer heat, coupled with unstable air, will bring a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms to the metro by 4 p.m., raising safety concerns for those along I-25 and I-40 corridors.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, calm morning winds will shift south at 5 mph by mid-afternoon, helping fuel isolated but potentially strong storms. Tuesday night will stay mostly cloudy, with another round of scattered storms possible before midnight and lows around 67°F.
The storm threat lingers into Wednesday, July 30, with another 40% chance of thunderstorms under partly sunny skies and a high near 94°F. Wednesday night brings a more concentrated shot at precipitation—50%—with widespread showers and stronger storms possible through midnight.
By Thursday and Friday, daily storm chances continue, peaking at 50% each afternoon. Highs will remain in the low 90s, keeping the heat index in check but creating conditions ripe for localized flooding and lightning hazards.
Five-Day Forecast for Albuquerque:
- Tuesday, July 29: High 92°F, 40% chance of PM storms
- Wednesday: High 94°F, 40% chance of storms
- Thursday: High 90°F, 50% storm chance continues
- Friday: High 92°F, 30% chance of PM storms
- Saturday: High 96°F, 20% storm chance returns
Storm chances ease slightly this weekend, but above-average heat continues into early August. Residents should monitor updates and avoid outdoor activities during peak storm hours.
