Dry heat and strong sun
Low humidity and high elevation raise UV and heat stress. Prefer early morning and carry water on longer routes.
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Albuquerque’s high-desert climate brings dry heat, strong sun at elevation, and windy days, with cold snaps in winter. Pavement and open mesa trails heat quickly even when the air feels manageable.
Low humidity and high elevation raise UV and heat stress. Prefer early morning and carry water on longer routes.
Gusty afternoons and sudden cold can chill dogs quickly. Shorten exposed mesa walks when wind picks up.
River bosque shade feels milder than open mesa trails. Choose cover when heat or wind is high.
Concrete and asphalt heat fast under clear skies. Test surfaces before midday walks.