Albuquerque, NM – Thunderstorms and showers could return to the Albuquerque area late Friday, Oct. 30, after several days of improving weather, bringing another round of potentially wet conditions ahead of Halloween. The National Weather Service projects a 70% chance of precipitation Friday night, following a 50% chance during the day. The developing weekend pattern comes after Sunday’s more immediate thunderstorm threat, which carries a 70% precipitation probability and the potential for locally heavier rainfall across portions of New Mexico.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, Friday’s weather is expected to become mostly cloudy, with a high near 69 degrees and a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances increase to 70% Friday night, when showers are likely and thunderstorms remain possible. Temperatures are expected to fall to approximately 46 degrees, setting up a cool, potentially damp start to Halloween weekend.
Rain Chances Increase Before Halloween Saturday, Oct. 31, brings a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with partly sunny skies and a high near 67 degrees. Although the forecast does not establish widespread heavy rainfall for Halloween, the possibility of scattered showers could affect outdoor gatherings, community celebrations and daytime travel across Albuquerque and Bernalillo County…