Albuquerque, NM – Repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms could bring a wet and unsettled weekend to the Albuquerque metropolitan area, with rain chances reaching 80% Saturday night, October 24. The approaching stretch of unsettled weather will also bring cooler afternoon temperatures, dropping from the mid-70s Friday into the upper 60s Saturday and Sunday. Residents across Albuquerque and surrounding Bernalillo County communities should prepare for changing conditions that could affect weekend travel, outdoor events and evening activities before drier weather returns Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, showers and thunderstorms are expected at several points between Friday and Sunday, with the highest precipitation probability arriving Saturday night. Friday carries a 60% chance of precipitation, increasing to 70% Friday night before returning to 60% Saturday. By Saturday night, the likelihood of showers climbs to 80%, making it the wettest period by forecast probability.
Rain and Thunderstorms Continue Into Saturday Night Friday begins with scattered showers and thunderstorms, followed by showers becoming likely during the afternoon. Additional thunderstorms are possible after 3 p.m., while temperatures reach approximately 75 degrees. Southeast winds of 5 to 15 mph are expected to become southerly during the afternoon, accompanying the changing weather conditions…