Heatwave Holds Strong Into Next Week | Albuquerque News

A scorching heatwave is gripping the region, with temps hitting record highs like 105°F in Tucumcari and Albuquerque flirting with historic levels in the upper 90s. Fueled by a stubborn monsoon high pressure system, this intense heat isn’t going anywhere—expect 5-10°F above average through next week. While drier air may reduce storms in the south and east, mountains and the west could still see showers. Don’t let weekend cool-downs fool you: scattered storms linger, and extreme heat remains the dominant story. Stay hydrated and stay alert—this is no passing trend. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d8ed6c1c582145c4