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When does flea season start in Albuquerque?

Flea season in Albuquerque typically runs mid-March to mid-November, peaking May–Oct.

Flea season mid-March to mid-November Peak May–Oct
January — Quiet February — Quiet March — Low April — Moderate May — Peak June — Peak July — Peak August — Peak September — Peak October — High November — Low December — Quiet J F M A M J J A S O N D Albuquerque Peak May–Oct

Ticks in Albuquerque

Local tick activity typically runs late January to mid-December, heaviest Apr–Oct. The species to know in New Mexico: Rocky Mountain wood tick, brown dog tick, American dog tick.

More on species and timing: New Mexico tick season.

Numbers come from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) recorded at ALBUQUERQUE INTL AP — a climate-based estimate; real years wobble.

Frequently asked questions

When does flea season start in Albuquerque?

Around mid-March in a typical year, once local averages hold around 50°F. A warm spring pulls it earlier — prevention shouldn't wait for the calendar.

Is flea season in Albuquerque different from the rest of New Mexico?

Not meaningfully — Albuquerque tracks the New Mexico statewide estimate closely. Both are climate-based estimates, so treat the edges as fuzzy, not exact.

Do dogs in Albuquerque need prevention outside flea season?

Yes — vets recommend year-round parasite prevention regardless of the local calendar. Indoor fleas ignore the weather entirely, and ticks in New Mexico are typically active late January to mid-December, a longer window than fleas get.

Elsewhere in New Mexico