The best times to visit New Mexico for ideal weather are

May 7th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other New Mexico Travel Info

Weather in New Mexico

Temperature

Average temperatures in New Mexico 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 47th 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 New Mexico, 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 92.4°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.1°F (15.6°C) at night.

New Mexico Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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New Mexico 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.

New Mexico Perceived Temperature (F)

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New Mexico Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average New Mexico 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 49.4 33.2 20.3
Feb 53.2 37.4 24.1
Mar 64.5 47.2 31.6
Apr 71.4 54.4 38.1
May 78.2 62.1 45.5
Jun 90.5 74.2 56.5
Jul 88.5 73.9 60.8
Aug 88.1 73.1 59.6
Sep 81.6 66.3 52.8
Oct 71.6 55.2 40.6
Nov 59.6 43 29.2
Dec 48.8 34.5 22.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 9.7 0.7 -6.5
Feb 11.8 3 -4.4
Mar 18.1 8.4 -0.2
Apr 21.9 12.4 3.4
May 25.7 16.7 7.5
Jun 32.5 23.4 13.6
Jul 31.4 23.3 16
Aug 31.2 22.8 15.3
Sep 27.6 19.1 11.6
Oct 22 12.9 4.8
Nov 15.3 6.1 -1.6
Dec 9.3 1.4 -5.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in New Mexico are January, March, and then April. 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 late July with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in New Mexico? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in New Mexico is often around around February 5th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 New Mexico.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in New Mexico (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 3% 5.4 0.3
Feb 5% 10.9 0.4
Mar 4% 2.9 0.4
Apr 4% 1.2 0.4
May 6% 0 0.8
Jun 4% 0 0.6
Jul 16% 0 2.3
Aug 12% 0 1.5
Sep 10% 0 1.5
Oct 7% 1.2 0.8
Nov 4% 2.9 0.3
Dec 6% 2.6 0.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 13.7 0.8
Feb 5 27.7 1
Mar 4 7.4 1
Apr 4 3 1
May 6 0 2
Jun 4 0 1.5
Jul 16 0 5.8
Aug 12 0 3.8
Sep 10 0 3.8
Oct 7 3 2
Nov 4 7.4 0.8
Dec 6 6.6 1.8

 

Humidity and Wind

New Mexico has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (21.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (46.1%).

Wind in New Mexico is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 9.8 knots (11.3 MPH or 18.1 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 21.8 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.1 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7.9 Gentle breeze 17.6 Strong breeze
Mar 8.5 Gentle breeze 18.7 Significant breeze
Apr 9.8 Gentle breeze 20.9 Strong breeze
May 9.1 Gentle breeze 19.8 Significant breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 19.2 Strong breeze
Jul 6.9 Light breeze 17 Significant breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 16 Significant breeze
Sep 6.6 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.1 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.3 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 40.9%
Feb 36.1%
Mar 26.4%
Apr 22.1%
May 24.7%
Jun 21.3%
Jul 39.3%
Aug 38.2%
Sep 40.4%
Oct 35.2%
Nov 34.7%
Dec 46.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to New Mexico?

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 New Mexico, United States 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 New Mexico 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 somewhat 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 New Mexico Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 58.4°F (14.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 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 1 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in New Mexico, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 54.8°F (12.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 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 New Mexico to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 58.4°F (14.7°C) and 44.5°F (6.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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