The best times to visit Fort Sumner for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 10th

or

September 3rd to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Fort Sumner Travel Info

Weather in Fort Sumner

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fort Sumner vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 42nd 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 Fort Sumner, the hottest months are June, July, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 96.9°F (36.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.7°F (20.4°C) at night.

Fort Sumner Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fort Sumner 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.

Fort Sumner Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fort Sumner Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fort Sumner 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 53.7 38.8 26.6
Feb 57.9 41.8 29.5
Mar 68.7 52.5 38.2
Apr 77.6 59.7 43.4
May 82.2 66.8 51.9
Jun 94 78.5 63.6
Jul 91.9 78.3 66.1
Aug 92.5 78.2 64.6
Sep 84.7 70.8 59.3
Oct 75 59.9 46.7
Nov 62.7 47.4 34.8
Dec 54.5 39.8 28.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 12.1 3.8 -3
Feb 14.4 5.4 -1.4
Mar 20.4 11.4 3.4
Apr 25.3 15.4 6.3
May 27.9 19.3 11.1
Jun 34.4 25.8 17.6
Jul 33.3 25.7 18.9
Aug 33.6 25.7 18.1
Sep 29.3 21.6 15.2
Oct 23.9 15.5 8.2
Nov 17.1 8.6 1.6
Dec 12.5 4.3 -1.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fort Sumner are April, 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 to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Fort Sumner? 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 Fort Sumner.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fort Sumner (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 4% 0 0.4
Feb 3% 0 0.2
Mar 3% 0 0.3
Apr 2% 0 0.2
May 14% 0 1.8
Jun 10% 0 1.8
Jul 21% 0 3.5
Aug 13% 0 2.1
Sep 7% 0 1.6
Oct 12% 0 2.3
Nov 5% 0 0.3
Dec 4% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1
Feb 3 0 0.5
Mar 3 0 0.8
Apr 2 0 0.5
May 14 0 4.6
Jun 10 0 4.6
Jul 21 0 8.9
Aug 13 0 5.3
Sep 7 0 4.1
Oct 12 0 5.8
Nov 5 0 0.8
Dec 4 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Fort Sumner has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is April (19.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (44.2%).

Wind in Fort Sumner is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by June and May. April’s average wind speed of around 12.3 knots (14.2 MPH or 22.8 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 23.2 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 10.7 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Feb 11.3 Significant breeze 19.2 Strong breeze
Mar 11.3 Significant breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Apr 12.3 Significant breeze 22 Very strong breeze
May 11.4 Significant breeze 19.7 Strong breeze
Jun 11.9 Significant breeze 20.9 Strong breeze
Jul 9.6 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Aug 8.4 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Sep 8.8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Strong breeze
Oct 9.8 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Nov 10.7 Gentle breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Dec 11 Significant breeze 18.6 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 35.8%
Feb 35.3%
Mar 24.5%
Apr 19.6%
May 25.6%
Jun 28.7%
Jul 38%
Aug 35.8%
Sep 44.2%
Oct 37.2%
Nov 35.3%
Dec 42%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fort Sumner?

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 Fort Sumner, 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 Fort Sumner 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 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 Fort Sumner Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 59.8°F (15.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 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 the most precipitation with 3 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Fort Sumner, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 58.4°F (14.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 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 Fort Sumner to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.7°F (15.9°C) and 48.1°F (8.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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