Albuquerque weather in April

April in Albuquerque averages 70°F by day and 43°F at night, with 0.5 inches of precipitation. It is the 7th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.

AlbuquerqueNew MexicoPop. 556,588
Average high
70°F+8° vs March
Average low
43°F2 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.5 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.3 in0 days at 90°F+

Is April a good time to visit Albuquerque?

Yes. April is one of the most comfortable months in Albuquerque by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are April to May and September to October.

Get outside in Albuquerque in April

April is made for being outside. Try Petroglyph National Monument, Gutiérrez-Hubbell House, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. All things to do in Albuquerque.

On April 15 the sun rises at 6:34 am and sets at 7:39 pm, giving 13h 04m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Albuquerque in April

  • T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
  • A warmer layer for evenings, which drop to around 43°F

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

April nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Albuquerque70°F43°F0.5 in
Rio Rancho, NM14 mi70°F43°F0.5 in
Santa Fe, NM57 mi64°F32°F0.6 in
Las Cruces, NM189 mi79°F46°F0.2 in
El Paso, TX233 mi80°F53°F0.2 in
Pueblo, CO249 mi67°F35°F1.6 in
Amarillo, TX271 mi72°F43°F1.5 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Albuquerque in April?

In April, Albuquerque averages a high of 70°F and a low of 43°F, with 0.5 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is April a good time to visit Albuquerque?

Yes. April is one of Albuquerque's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.

Does it snow in Albuquerque in April?

Rarely. The April snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Albuquerque in March and Albuquerque in May. All twelve months: Albuquerque weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Albuquerque Intl. Airport, NM, 3.3 miles from the city center.