Albuquerque will have another blistering day on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to reach 98°F.
According to the National Weather Service, the mercury could climb near 100°F by the afternoon, with clear skies expected.
Light southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph are expected. But they won’t bring much relief from the heat.
The weather is expected to change after sunset.
Forecasters say there is a 30 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms before midnight, along with cloudy skies.
Overnight, temperatures will fall to a humid 67°F, and by early Thursday morning. The winds will shift to come from the west.
Health officials recommend staying hydrated and avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the afternoon.
