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Albuquerque in August
Albuquerque edges cooler than July, with highs of 92°F (33°C), lows of 65°F (19°C) and about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (43 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 92°F (33°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 65°F (19°C), about 15°C (26°F) below the afternoon high.
About 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are March – May and September – November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 61/100 in July to 69/100.
- Our Santa Fe & Albuquerque route is planned for Mid-Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 92°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 65°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Albuquerque in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Old Town Albuquerque
The original 1706 plaza, with adobe shops and a lit Christmas tree, lined with luminarias on Christmas Eve.
Why now August scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Frontier Restaurant
Busy diner across from the university since 1971, known for breakfast burritos and sweet rolls.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Albuquerque Museum
City museum at the edge of Old Town with Southwestern art and a history gallery covering four centuries.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Sandia Peak Tramway
Aerial tram climbing about 4 km to the 3,163 m crest of the Sandias, often snowy in winter, with views over the city.
Why now Highs near 92°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
River of Lights
Walk-through light show at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, with large lit sculptures of animals and plants.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Santa Fe in August~58 mi · highs 84°F, 2.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Abiquiú in August~80 mi · highs 86°F, 2.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Taos in August~110 mi · highs 83°F, 2.2 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in August~284 mi · highs 76°F, 1.8 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Nob Hill and Old Town Albuquerque.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,687 m to Albuquerque's ~1,510 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Albuquerque in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Albuquerque?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are March – May and September – November, at up to 99. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain.
How hot is Albuquerque in August?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 65°F (19°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Albuquerque in August?
Not much: about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.2 in (258 mm).
What should I pack for Albuquerque in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 92°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 65°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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