Albuquerque Heats Up This Weekend, But Fire Danger is Right Behind It

ALBUQUERQUE, NM โ€” If youโ€™ve been enjoying Albuquerqueโ€™s warm and breezy weather, youโ€™re in luckโ€”temperatures will stay mild this weekend. But donโ€™t let the sunshine fool you. Strong winds and dry conditions early next week will bring an increased fire risk, so itโ€™s important to stay alert.

A Warm, Breezy Weekend

Saturday and Sunday will bring comfortable temperatures, making it a great time to be outside.

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 71ยฐF. Breezy conditions will pick up in the afternoon.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy but still mild, with a high of 67ยฐF. Winds will continue to pick up later in the day.

Fire Danger Increases Next Week

By Monday, cooler air moves in, but the real concern is gusty winds and dry conditions, which could create a high fire threat.

  • Monday, March 3: Windy and cooler, with a high of 56ยฐF. Dry air and strong gusts will increase the fire risk.
  • Tuesday, March 4: Another windy day with low humidity, making outdoor burning dangerous. Highs will be near 57ยฐF.

Albuquerque chose not to send out a mass alert about the plastic fire โ€ข Source New Mexico

What You Need to Know

  • Enjoy the weekend warmth, but be mindful of the wind.
  • Avoid outdoor burning on Monday and Tuesdayโ€”fire risk will be high.
  • Stay weather-aware, especially as conditions could change quickly.

Albuquerqueโ€™s weather is shifting fast, so while this weekend is perfect for outdoor plans, early next week calls for caution. Stay informed and take steps to prevent wildfires!

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