Albuquerque FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Albuquerque.

When is the best time to visit Albuquerque?

The best time to travel to Albuquerque, New Mexico is from April to May and September to October, when the city’s main events will be in full swing, and the temperatures will be mild, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 12°C. Albuquerque has a high desert climate with very low humidity making even the summer months – which hit highs in the 30s – an equally nice time to visit.

The average elevation in Albuquerque is more than 5,000 feet, so expect days to be warm and nights to be cool. Winter lasts from December to the end of February, and is the least popular time to visit as highs hover around 12°C and lows stay around freezing. That said, the city is known for having 310 days of sunshine a year, so no matter when you choose to visit, it’s almost always guaranteed to be sunny.

What is the time difference between the UK and Albuquerque?

GMT – 7 hours

What places combine well with Albuquerque?

The city of Albuquerque is an iconic stop on the Route 66 with rich colonial history and Native American ancestry to boot. Situated within easy reach of Route 66 stops like Sante Fe, Gallup, Tucumcari and Holbrook, Albuquerque makes for a convenient and interesting stopping point on any road trip. It is also an important place to stop at if you happen to be exploring Native American culture across the American Southwest or in nearby Gallup – being home to the annual Gathering of Nations Pow Wow, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Centre and the Petroglyph National Monument.

What are the main cultural events in Albuquerque?

April – Gathering of Nations Pow Wow
September – New Mexico State Fair
October – Albuquerque International Balloon Festival