Verified Climate Data • Zip 87102
HVAC Load Calculator for
Albuquerque Homes
Summer Design96°F
Winter Design28°F
Humidity Loadmedium
Local Climate Analysis for Albuquerque
Albuquerque typically experiences summer highs reaching design temperatures of 96°F. With moderate humidity, standard sizing rules apply, but insulation quality remains critical.
📊 Energy Usage Profile
Cooling Demand (CDD)2114
Days you need AC
Heating Demand (HDD)3374
Days you need Heat
⚙️ Technical Factors
Wet Bulb60°F
Standard humidity management sufficient.
Elevation4,957 ft
⚠️ Gas Furnace Derate: -20%
Manual J Tip for NM
Because the design temperature difference (Delta T) in Albuquerque is approximately 21°F (Summer) and 42°F (Winter), your system may need to be sized primarily for one extreme season over the other.
Installation Cost in Albuquerque
Local labor rates and equipment standards in NM influence the final quote. For a standard 3-ton system changeout in Albuquerque, calculate roughly $1,800 - $2,200 per toninstalled, depending on whether you choose a single-stage or variable-speed inverter unit.