The best times to visit Hobbs for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

September 3rd to November 4th

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

 

 


Other Hobbs Travel Info

Weather in Hobbs

Temperature

Average temperatures in Hobbs vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 53rd 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 Hobbs, the hottest months are June, August, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 94.8°F (34.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.8°F (19.9°C) at night.

Hobbs Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Hobbs 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.

Hobbs Perceived Temperature (F)

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Hobbs Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Hobbs 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 55.8 43.1 28.4
Feb 61.2 48.1 32.5
Mar 70.6 57.1 39.2
Apr 77.3 64.6 46.6
May 83.3 71.7 55.3
Jun 93.9 81.8 65.5
Jul 90.8 80.4 66.7
Aug 92.3 81.3 66.5
Sep 84 73.2 60
Oct 76.4 63.9 48.9
Nov 65.2 52.1 37
Dec 55.6 42.9 30.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.2 6.2 -2
Feb 16.2 8.9 0.3
Mar 21.4 13.9 4
Apr 25.2 18.1 8.1
May 28.5 22.1 12.9
Jun 34.4 27.7 18.6
Jul 32.7 26.9 19.3
Aug 33.5 27.4 19.2
Sep 28.9 22.9 15.6
Oct 24.7 17.7 9.4
Nov 18.4 11.2 2.8
Dec 13.1 6.1 -1.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hobbs are April, March, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Hobbs? 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 Hobbs.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Hobbs (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 2% 0 0.2
Feb 1% 0 0.1
Mar 1% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0.1
May 2% 0 0.2
Jun 3% 0 0.5
Jul 3% 0 0.4
Aug 3% 0 0.2
Sep 4% 0 0.7
Oct 2% 0 0.5
Nov 1% 0 0.2
Dec 2% 0 0.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.5
Feb 1 0 0.3
Mar 1 0 0
Apr 0 0 0.3
May 2 0 0.5
Jun 3 0 1.3
Jul 3 0 1
Aug 3 0 0.5
Sep 4 0 1.8
Oct 2 0 1.3
Nov 1 0 0.5
Dec 2 0 2.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Hobbs has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is April (21.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (44.5%).

Wind in Hobbs is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 10.8 knots (12.5 MPH or 20.1 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 April where average top sustained speeds reach 19.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 8.5 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Feb 9.6 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Mar 9.9 Gentle breeze 17.2 Significant breeze
Apr 10.8 Gentle breeze 18.4 Strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 17 Significant breeze
Jun 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Jul 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Aug 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 34.8%
Feb 31.3%
Mar 25.5%
Apr 21.1%
May 26.9%
Jun 30.1%
Jul 40.3%
Aug 34.6%
Sep 44.5%
Oct 39.1%
Nov 33.3%
Dec 41.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Hobbs?

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 Hobbs, NM, US is July, followed by March and April. 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 Hobbs in January. 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 43.8 in January means 43.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Hobbs Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 91.8°F (33.2°C) and 64.3°F (17.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 about 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Hobbs, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.3°F (30.2°C) and 60.2°F (15.7°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 fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Hobbs to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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