NOAA Climate Analysis for 87102: HVAC Energy Demand
In 87102 (Downtown Albuquerque / Barelas), summer cooling increases your kWh electric bill by 46% compared to the winter heating baseline.
Homes in this postal zone record an average of 1,350 Cooling Degree Days annually. High HVAC seasonal efficiency (SEER2 16+) and window tinting directly protect against top-tier summer rate charges.
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 1,350
Reflects air conditioning runtime. Critical for managing peak electric bills.
Heating Degree Days (HDD): 4,150
Reflects winter furnace and heat pump energy consumption.
Assigned Utility Providers for ZIP 87102
Power Utility:
Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)
Water Authority:
Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA)
Natural Gas:
New Mexico Gas Company