Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas, NM

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Rio Grande Bosque and Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque in New Mexico
Rio Grande Bosque and Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque — Photo by Asaavedra32, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

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59°F
High: 59° | Low: 35°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KABQ
Observed at: 6:52 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 31%
Tonight:Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Northeast wind around 0 mph.
Friday:A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Mostly sunny. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Friday Night:A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (16%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 60°F. High rain probability (63%). Light wind (15 mph).

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (16%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 60°F. High rain probability (63%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

⛳ Golf

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for golf. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (16%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 16/100
Not Recommended for golf. High near 60°F. High rain probability (63%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (16%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 60°F. High rain probability (63%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

About Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas

This forecast point represents the main visitor approach and should be adjusted for elevation and exposure across the coverage area. Planning decisions include bosque smoke, heat, wind, arroyo flooding, golf and balloon-event operations.

Planning an Outing at Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas

Check the exact road, trail, water, fire, park or operating notice before departure. Conditions near Albuquerque may not represent the highest, most exposed or most remote part of the destination.

Weather Tips for Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas

  • Carry water, sun protection and layers for rapid temperature changes.
  • Leave ridges, open water, washes and exposed ground before lightning arrives.
  • Check wind, smoke, fire restrictions and access for the specific activity.
  • Expect limited cell service and longer response times away from developed areas.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for:

  • Albuquerque
  • Rio Grande Bosque
  • Balloon Fiesta Park
  • Corrales

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Shift riding or golf to early morning when heat or wind increases, and treat balloon or festival cancellations as operational decisions rather than weather promises.

7-Day Forecast for Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas

☀
59°F
High: 59° | Low: 35°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KABQ
Observed at: 6:52 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 31%
Fri 🌧
65° 40°
16%
Sat 🌧
61° 35°
63%
Sun ☀
60° 35°
0%
Mon ☀
61° 38°
0%
Tue ⛈
63° 41°
56%
Wed 🌧
58° 34°
23%
Thu ⛅
60° --°
14%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

65° Fri 61° Sat 60° Sun 61° Mon 63° Tue 58° Wed 60° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

40° Fri 35° Sat 35° Sun 38° Mon 41° Tue 34° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Fri 94 Sat 100 Sun 100 Mon 21 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 8:30 pm CST

Albuquerque Bosque & Outdoor Areas Weather by Season

Winter

Cold fronts improve visibility but can bring strong crosswinds and frosty mornings. Seasonal judgment must account for bosque smoke, heat, wind, arroyo flooding, golf and balloon-event operations.

Spring

Dry wind, dust and rising heat affect cycling, golf and scheduled events. Seasonal judgment must account for bosque smoke, heat, wind, arroyo flooding, golf and balloon-event operations.

Summer

Heat, lightning and arroyo flooding make early activity and nearby shelter essential. Seasonal judgment must account for bosque smoke, heat, wind, arroyo flooding, golf and balloon-event operations.

Fall

Comfort improves after monsoon season, though smoke and gusty fronts remain possible. Seasonal judgment must account for bosque smoke, heat, wind, arroyo flooding, golf and balloon-event operations.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Approximate annual average temperature: roughly 48–58°F, strongly modified by elevation.
  • Annual snowfall: usually light and intermittent, though nearby high terrain receives much more.
  • Warmest period: June through August, with lower desert areas hottest before monsoon moisture peaks.
  • Summer monsoon: July into September is the principal thunderstorm period.
  • Best outdoor window: Varies by elevation; spring and fall favor lower terrain while summer favors early high-country starts.