Ruidoso Downs (NM) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Ruidoso Downs can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Ruidoso Downs can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in June, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -5°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Ruidoso Downs experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 511 mm yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives high rainfall, averaging 126 mm of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 13 mm over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ruidoso Downs Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Ruidoso Downs in the United States of America
During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of January, February, March, April and November are very dry.
June has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 126 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 13 mm of precipitation.
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