Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Albuquerque in October
Albuquerque cools off: highs slip to 73°F (23°C), from 85°F in September, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (22 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 44°F (7°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 32%.
Plan around October
October is one of Albuquerque's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 60°F.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in September to 99/100.
- Our Santa Fe & Albuquerque route is planned for Mid-Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Albuquerque in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Old Town Albuquerque
The original 1706 plaza, with adobe shops and a lit Christmas tree, lined with luminarias on Christmas Eve.
Why now October scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Frontier Restaurant
Busy diner across from the university since 1971, known for breakfast burritos and sweet rolls.
Albuquerque Museum
City museum at the edge of Old Town with Southwestern art and a history gallery covering four centuries.
River of Lights
Walk-through light show at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, with large lit sculptures of animals and plants.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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 One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Santa Fe in October~58 mi · highs 65°F, 1.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Abiquiú in October~80 mi · highs 67°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Taos in October~110 mi · highs 64°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in October~284 mi · highs 54°F, 1.7 in rain · 11°C (19°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Albuquerque?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
How hot is Albuquerque in October?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Albuquerque in October?
Not much: about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.2 in (258 mm).
What should I pack for Albuquerque in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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