Thoreau, NM has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters. The temperature in the summer months typically ranges from 80 to 95°F with some mild nights. During the winter months, temperatures range from 30 to 50°F, but it can sometimes dip below freezing. The area receives very little precipitation in the form of rain, although it does get some snowfall during the colder months. Overall, Thoreau experiences dry conditions throughout most of the year and is a great place for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and exploring local parks and attractions.
Thoreau, New Mexico gets 13 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Thoreau averages 35 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 Thoreau. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Thoreau gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 74 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 15
Rain: averages 13 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 35 inches of snow a year