Santa Fe County Weather Forecast
Santa Fe County weather: 66°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Santa Fe County weather in March
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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).
Best time to visit Santa Fe County
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Santa Fe County compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Santa Fe County.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 13 in |
| Albuquerque | 58 mi | 61°F | +40°F warmer | 9 in |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 147 mi | 47°F | 38°F cooler | 10 in |
| Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 176 mi | 48°F | 37°F cooler | 15 in |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 176 mi | 48°F | 37°F cooler | 15 in |
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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 8:21 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 8:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
