Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Albuquerque in November
Albuquerque cools off: highs slip to 60°F (15°C), from 73°F in October, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (15 mm)
- Humidity
- 48%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 60°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (27°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (15 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around November
November is one of Albuquerque's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 0.6 in (15 mm) after 0.9 in (22 mm) in October.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 68/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 8°C (14°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 99/100 in October to 90/100.
- Our Santa Fe & Albuquerque route is planned for Mid-Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November falls outside it.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 33°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Albuquerque in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Church Street Cafe
New Mexican cooking in one of Old Town's oldest adobe houses, with a courtyard and a big fireplace.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Museum run by New Mexico's 19 Pueblos, with weekend dances and a café serving Pueblo dishes.
Old Town Albuquerque
The original 1706 plaza, with adobe shops and a lit Christmas tree, lined with luminarias on Christmas Eve.
Why now November scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
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 60°F and 0.6 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 November
- Santa Fe in November~58 mi · highs 52°F, 0.7 in rain or snow · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Abiquiú in November~80 mi · highs 54°F, 0.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Taos in November~110 mi · highs 51°F, 0.9 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in November~284 mi · highs 41°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Albuquerque?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
How cold is Albuquerque in November?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Albuquerque in November?
Not much: about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.2 in (258 mm).
What should I pack for Albuquerque in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 33°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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