Lake Arthur, NM is located in the Chihuahuan Desert and experiences a hot, arid desert climate. Average highs during the summer months range from the mid-80s to lower 90s, while winter temperatures can drop as low as the upper teens. The area receives an average of 8-10 inches of rain per year, most of which falls between late spring and early fall. Winds are frequent throughout the year and can reach speeds up to 20 mph. The area also has a high potential for wildfires due to dry conditions and strong winds often encountered in the region.
Lake Arthur (zip 88253), New Mexico gets 14 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Lake Arthur (zip 88253) averages 8 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 281 sunny days per year in Lake Arthur (zip 88253). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Lake Arthur (zip 88253) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 53 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 93 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 24
Rain: averages 14 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 8 inches of snow a year