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.