Crystal, NM has a dry climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area experiences low humidity and receives very little precipitation throughout the year. Despite the lack of rain, temperatures remain relatively moderate, rarely reaching extremes. During the summer months temperatures can reach up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit while during winter months they usually range between 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Crystal is located at an elevation of around 5,300 feet which contributes to cooler temperatures than other areas in New Mexico.
Crystal, New Mexico gets 12 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Crystal averages 9 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 272 sunny days per year in Crystal. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Crystal gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 54 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 85 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 15
Rain: averages 12 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 9 inches of snow a year