Geography of Santa Fe County
Geography of Santa Fe County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Santa Fe County
Santa Fe is 0 mi to the north, Albuquerque is 58 mi to the south-west, Great Sand Dunes National Park is 147 mi to the north and Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is 176 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 35°41′13.2″N 105°56′16.1″W (35.687, -105.9378)
Quick facts about Santa Fe County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | New Mexico |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°41′13.2″N 105°56′16.1″W (35.687, -105.9378) |
| Population | 155.000 |
| Local time | 1:40 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Santa Fe County is a county in New Mexico. Santa Fe County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 155.000.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Santa Fe County with overcast. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 62°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Santa Fe County is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 22°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 296 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mesa Verde National Park and White Sands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 4.9°F above the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Santa Fe County today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Santa Fe County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37° | 22° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 30° | 0,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 35° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 62° | 39° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 58° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 83° | 60° | 1,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 83° | 61° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 74° | 53° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 66° | 46° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 33° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 29° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Santa Fe County?
Santa Fe County is a county in New Mexico. Its coordinates are 35.687, -105.9378. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Santa Fe County right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 47% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Santa Fe County?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Santa Fe County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Santa Fe County in?
Santa Fe County observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:40 AM.
How many people live in Santa Fe County?
Santa Fe County has a population of approximately 155.000.
What is the nearest airport to Santa Fe County?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Santa Fe County?
Popular options include Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mesa Verde National Park, White Sands National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Pikes Peak.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 1:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
