The best times to visit Roswell for ideal weather are

March 12th to June 3rd

or

September 17th 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 Roswell Travel Info

Weather in Roswell

Temperature

Average temperatures in Roswell 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 41st 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 Roswell, 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 100°F (37.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.5°F (19.7°C) at night.

Roswell Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Roswell 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.

Roswell Perceived Temperature (F)

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Roswell Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Roswell 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 59.4 39.2 23.4
Feb 65.9 45 28
Mar 75.7 54.5 36.1
Apr 82.9 62.8 43.4
May 88.6 70.2 52.3
Jun 99.1 81.2 63.4
Jul 95.8 80.4 66.8
Aug 96.7 80.6 66.4
Sep 89.4 72.8 59.3
Oct 81.5 62.1 45.8
Nov 69.7 49 32.3
Dec 59.2 40 25

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.2 4 -4.8
Feb 18.8 7.2 -2.2
Mar 24.3 12.5 2.3
Apr 28.3 17.1 6.3
May 31.4 21.2 11.3
Jun 37.3 27.3 17.4
Jul 35.4 26.9 19.3
Aug 35.9 27 19.1
Sep 31.9 22.7 15.2
Oct 27.5 16.7 7.7
Nov 20.9 9.4 0.2
Dec 15.1 4.4 -3.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Roswell are April, November, 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 early February. For example, on the week of February 5th 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 2 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Roswell? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Roswell is often around around November 19th 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 Roswell.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Roswell (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% 2.7 0.3
Feb 3% 2.4 0.3
Mar 4% 2.5 0.4
Apr 2% 0 0.4
May 9% 0 1.7
Jun 8% 0 1.3
Jul 14% 0 2.4
Aug 11% 0 1.7
Sep 14% 0 1.9
Oct 9% 0 1.1
Nov 3% 3.5 0.2
Dec 6% 4.5 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 6.9 0.8
Feb 3 6.1 0.8
Mar 4 6.4 1
Apr 2 0 1
May 9 0 4.3
Jun 8 0 3.3
Jul 14 0 6.1
Aug 11 0 4.3
Sep 14 0 4.8
Oct 9 0 2.8
Nov 3 8.9 0.5
Dec 6 11.4 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Roswell has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is April (17.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (43.2%).

Wind in Roswell is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by June and May. April’s average wind speed of around 9.3 knots (10.7 MPH or 17.2 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 21.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.2 Light breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Feb 7.3 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Mar 8.1 Gentle breeze 18.5 Significant breeze
Apr 9.3 Gentle breeze 20.4 Strong breeze
May 8.4 Gentle breeze 18.8 Significant breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Jul 6.9 Light breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6.2 Light breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.2 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 14.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 35.9%
Feb 30.6%
Mar 23.5%
Apr 17.8%
May 24%
Jun 25.2%
Jul 39.7%
Aug 36.3%
Sep 43.2%
Oct 36.2%
Nov 32.8%
Dec 43.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Roswell?

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 Roswell, NM, US is June, followed by May and January. 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 Roswell in December. 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 44 in December means 44% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Roswell Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 96.3°F (35.7°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 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 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Roswell, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.9°F (33.8°C) and 63.6°F (17.6°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 Roswell to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°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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