The best times to visit Belen for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 24th

or

August 20th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Belen Travel Info

Weather in Belen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Belen vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Belen, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 96.9°F (36.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.6°F (20.3°C) at night.

Belen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Belen Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Belen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Belen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Belen Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 51.2 34.6 22.1
Feb 55.1 38.4 24.8
Mar 70 51.8 35.3
Apr 77.1 60.1 44
May 83.6 67.3 50.6
Jun 95.1 79.3 61.3
Jul 93.5 79.5 66.7
Aug 92.9 78.2 65.1
Sep 86.2 71.1 57.9
Oct 76 59.6 45.2
Nov 61.4 45.1 31.3
Dec 48.9 35 24.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 10.7 1.4 -5.5
Feb 12.8 3.6 -4
Mar 21.1 11 1.8
Apr 25.1 15.6 6.7
May 28.7 19.6 10.3
Jun 35.1 26.3 16.3
Jul 34.2 26.4 19.3
Aug 33.8 25.7 18.4
Sep 30.1 21.7 14.4
Oct 24.4 15.3 7.3
Nov 16.3 7.3 -0.4
Dec 9.4 1.7 -4.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Belen are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Belen? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Belen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Belen (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 3% 0 0.4
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 1% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 3 0 1
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 1 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Belen has some comfortably humid months, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is June (9.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (49.9%).

Wind in Belen is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and March. May’s average wind speed of around 8.9 knots (10.3 MPH or 16.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 24 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Belen.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.3 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6.9 Light breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 19.2 Significant breeze
Apr 8.7 Gentle breeze 21.9 Strong breeze
May 8.9 Gentle breeze 20.8 Significant breeze
Jun 7.2 Gentle breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
Jul 6.3 Light breeze 19 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 18 Strong breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Oct 5.5 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Dec 4.9 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 32.3%
Feb 28.6%
Mar 14.3%
Apr 12.8%
May 12%
Jun 9.4%
Jul 28%
Aug 29.4%
Sep 30.6%
Oct 26.7%
Nov 24.4%
Dec 49.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Belen?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Belen, NM, US is July, followed by March and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Belen in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 57.9 in November means 57.9% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Belen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 90.6°F (32.6°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Belen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 56°F (13.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Belen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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