Paraje, NM has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average high temperature during the summer months is around 90°F (32°C), while the average low temperature in winter drops to around 40°F (4°C). The area receives an average of 13 inches of precipitation each year, with most of it falling during the summer months. Additionally, Paraje has lower humidity levels than other areas in New Mexico due to its higher elevation. Summers are generally dry and sunny with occasional afternoon thunderstorms common in the warmer months. Winters are also usually mild with occasional snowfall occurring mainly during December and January.
Paraje, New Mexico gets 11 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Paraje averages 12 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 278 sunny days per year in Paraje. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Paraje gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 50 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 90 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 19
Rain: averages 11 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 12 inches of snow a year