Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico’s summer heat is ramping up again, with Albuquerque residents facing a stretch of increasingly dangerous temperatures that could top 100°F by Tuesday. The rising heat will be paired with persistent dry conditions, raising concerns for heat-related illness and fire danger across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, high temperatures will steadily climb from the mid-90s Saturday to 100°F by Tuesday afternoon. Nighttime lows will hover in the upper 60s to low 70s, offering limited relief. Winds will remain light, and no precipitation is expected through at least Friday, keeping conditions ripe for dehydration and outdoor exposure risks.
Sunny and hot weather will dominate across Bernalillo County and surrounding areas including Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, and the East Mountains. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable individuals. Those working outside should plan frequent breaks in shaded areas.
The heat is expected to continue through Friday, with little change in the dry pattern. Additional advisories may be issued if conditions worsen.
Five-Day Forecast for Albuquerque, NM:
- Saturday: Sunny, high 96°F / low 67°F
- Sunday: Hot, high 97°F / low 63°F
- Monday: Sunny, high 96°F / low 66°F
- Tuesday: Very hot, high 100°F / low 70°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 102°F / low 70°F
