What is Albuquerque's elevation and how does it affect temperatures?

Albuquerque sits at 5,312 feet above sea level, which produces daily temperature swings that can exceed 40°F, with summer afternoons in the low 100s and nights dropping into the 60s.

Does Albuquerque get thunderstorms?

Yes, the Sandia Mountains to the east trigger violent afternoon thunderstorms during the summer monsoon season from July through September, occasionally generating golf-ball hail on the East Side.

What are Albuquerque's record high and low temperatures?

Albuquerque's record high is 107°F and its record low is minus 17°F, a range of more than 120 degrees between extremes.

Does Albuquerque get snow?

Rare winter snowstorms can drop a foot on Albuquerque, while the surrounding Sandia Mountains receive considerably more.

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