City in New Mexico, United States
Santa Fe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Santa Fe
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild; fall colors and the Indian Market (August) draw crowds. Jul–Aug has monsoon storms; winter is cold, with skiing nearby.
Santa Fe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°19 mm
- Feb7°17 mm
- Mar13°18 mm
- Apr18°19 mm
- May24°20 mm
- Jun30°19 mm
- Jul30°62 mm
- Aug29°50 mm
- Sep25°41 mm
- Oct18°30 mm
- Nov11°19 mm
- Dec5°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | -8°C18°F | 19 mm | 61% | Cold |
| February | 7°C45°F | -6°C21°F | 17 mm | 55% | Cold |
| March | 13°C56°F | -3°C27°F | 18 mm | 46% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 1°C34°F | 19 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C74°F | 6°C43°F | 20 mm | 34% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C87°F | 12°C54°F | 19 mm | 30% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C87°F | 15°C59°F | 62 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 14°C57°F | 50 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 10°C49°F | 41 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 2°C36°F | 30 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| November | 11°C51°F | -3°C26°F | 19 mm | 52% | Cold |
| December | 5°C40°F | -7°C19°F | 24 mm | 60% | Cold |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Santa Fe | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Santa Fe?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild; fall colors and the Indian Market (August) draw crowds. Jul–Aug has monsoon storms; winter is cold, with skiing nearby.
When is the rainy season in Santa Fe?
Rain peaks in July with about 62 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Santa Fe?
June, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Santa Fe get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -8°C (18°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- City of Santa Fe, transit
- New Mexico Rail Runner Express
- Albuquerque Sunport
- Tourism Santa Fe
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.