Curry County Climate
Curry County, New Mexico
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.2°F
Annual Precip
18.0"
Annual Snowfall
11.0"
Extreme Heat Days
75
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,299
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Curry County
Climate Verdict
Curry County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.2°F, semi-arid conditions with only 18.0 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 75.33333333333333 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 11.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 38.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.1°F. The 40°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Curry County is 3.4°F warmer than the New Mexico statewide average of 54.8°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for New Mexico, the county experiences 17.426477873977866 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Curry County Weather
Sunny Skies Over Curry County
Curry County averages 58.2°F annually, which is warmer than the national median. It receives a healthy 18.0 inches of precipitation, leaning toward a semi-humid plains climate.
Consistent Heat on the High Plains
The county's 58.2°F average is higher than the state average of 54.8°F. It serves as one of New Mexico's wetter eastern outposts, exceeding the state precipitation average by four inches.
Abundant Moisture for the Region
At 18.0 inches of rain and snow, Curry is much wetter than the state's 14.0-inch average. This moisture supports the agriculture that defines this region of the High Plains.
Long Summers and Moderate Snowfall
Summers are hot with 75 days reaching 90°F and a July average of 78.1°F. Winter brings 11.0 inches of snow and a January average of 38.5°F.
Plan for High Plains Summers
Air conditioning is essential for the 76.8°F summer average and high number of heat days. Residents should also prepare for variable winter storms that bring 11 inches of snow.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.