Raton, NM has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures in the summer months reach an average high of 86°F, while December and January are the coldest months with temperatures averaging in the low 30s. Raton receives approximately 10 inches of rain throughout the year, with most of that occurring during the peak of summer thunderstorms in July and August. Winters are often accompanied by snowfall as well, making them an ideal time for winter sports such as skiing or snowshoeing.
Raton, New Mexico gets 18 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Raton averages 46 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 273 sunny days per year in Raton. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Raton gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 81 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 18 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 46 inches of snow a year