Albuquerque At a Glance
Best Time to Go
The best times to visit Albuquerque are in September for the New Mexico State Fair;
October for the nine-day Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Festival; or in November
through the 9th of December for the Annual Fine Craft Show and Sale. January is rich in
cultural events. February is full of concerts. It seems like any time you choose to visit
the city offers something special.
Average Weather
January is the coldest month with average highs of 47, average lows of 22. Cold doesn't
linger long - in February the average high bounces back up to 56. July is the hottest
month with an average daytime high of 93 dropping down to 65 in the late evening. However,
the low humidity makes even the extremes comfortable.
Transportation
Albuquerque offers dual options --- either you have a car or choose your hotel within an
easy walk to the Old Town and take commercial tours to other attractions. If you fly into
Albuquerque and choose not to rent a car, check with your hotel to see if they offer
airport shuttle service -- many do.
Otherwise, check with Gray Line of Albuquerque at 1-800-256-8991 or Sandia Shuttle
Express at 1-888-775-5696 before you travel for price and scheduling information. All the
major car rental companies have outlets in the area. Additionally Albuquerque is served by
a variety of tour companies set to show you around town. Contact Over the Road Tours at
(505) 891-4151, Gray Line at 1-800-256-8991 or check with your hotel concierge.
In-Season Costs
Albuquerque has no "season" as such. Prices at hotels and restaurants do not
vary according to times of the year. With its rich history and cultural attractions,
Albuquerque is the perfect place to extend a business stay to have a look around. Expect
to pay between $100 and $150 for a business class hotel room close to the old city. Expect
to pay around $10 for lunch in a moderately priced restaurant and around $20 per person
for dinner in a moderately priced restaurant near the old town.
Day Trips
Rent that car! You are close enough to Taos and Santa Fe, New Mexico to scoot on over. San
Felipe, and San Fidel with their bustling casino scenes are also options.
