The best times to visit Las Cruces for ideal weather are

November 26th to April 8th

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

 

 


Other Las Cruces Travel Info

Weather in Las Cruces

Temperature

Average temperatures in Las Cruces vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th 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 Las Cruces, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 102.5°F (39.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.7°F (25.4°C) at night.

Las Cruces Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Las Cruces 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.

Las Cruces Perceived Temperature (F)

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Las Cruces Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Las Cruces 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 78.6 67.3 56.5
Feb 82 68.4 55.9
Mar 87.3 72.6 58.6
Apr 91.7 75.5 60.8
May 96.6 79.9 63.8
Jun 100.6 83.7 68.5
Jul 100.9 86.9 75.2
Aug 101.2 88.3 78.2
Sep 98.2 86.4 77.3
Oct 94.1 82.3 71.5
Nov 87.1 75.7 64.4
Dec 79.3 69 58.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.9 19.6 13.6
Feb 27.8 20.2 13.3
Mar 30.7 22.6 14.8
Apr 33.2 24.2 16
May 35.9 26.6 17.7
Jun 38.1 28.7 20.3
Jul 38.3 30.5 24
Aug 38.4 31.3 25.7
Sep 36.8 30.2 25.2
Oct 34.5 27.9 21.9
Nov 30.6 24.3 18
Dec 26.3 20.6 14.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Las Cruces are March, April, and then May. 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 September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 3rd.

When can you find snow in Las Cruces? 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 Las Cruces.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Las Cruces (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 1% 0 0.1
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 4% 0 0.6
Aug 10% 0 1.5
Sep 12% 0 3.6
Oct 6% 0 1.3
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 2% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 4 0 1.5
Aug 10 0 3.8
Sep 12 0 9.1
Oct 6 0 3.3
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 2 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Las Cruces has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (37.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (59.8%).

Wind in Las Cruces is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and May. June’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early June where average top sustained speeds reach 10.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.7 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.7 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 6 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
May 6.1 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.8 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.4 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51.4%
Feb 46.3%
Mar 43%
Apr 40.6%
May 37.3%
Jun 42%
Jul 49.7%
Aug 55.4%
Sep 59.8%
Oct 56.6%
Nov 56.5%
Dec 58.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Las Cruces?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Mexico; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. 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 Las Cruces, Mexico is January, followed by February and March. 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 Las Cruces in May. 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 45.6 in May means 45.6% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Las Cruces Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 99.1°F (37.3°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 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 hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see moderate precipitation with 0 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Las Cruces, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 98.2°F (36.8°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 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 perfect this time of year in Las Cruces to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.9°F (29.4°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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