New Mexico is one of several regions in the United States of America, with temperatures that range from 4°C (39°F) in December to 29°C (84°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Taos, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In New Mexico, the months of May and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 21°C (70°F) and 24°C (75°F).
The coldest months generally fall in January, February and December.
Precipitation in New Mexico shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in July (53 mm (2.1 in)), while February tends to be drier (16 mm (0.6 in)). The driest conditions can be found during January, February, March, June and November, with rainfall staying below 19 mm (0.7 in).
