Mora County Climate
Mora County, New Mexico
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.7°F
Annual Precip
20.2"
Annual Snowfall
62.1"
Extreme Heat Days
8
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,806
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Mora County
Climate Verdict
Mora County has a cool, averaging 47.7°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 20.2 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 8.299999999999999 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 62.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 31.7°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 65.8°F. The 34°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Mora County is 7.1°F cooler than the New Mexico statewide average of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 6.2 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 49.606855459355465 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Mora County Weather
Cold Peaks and Heavy Snow
Mora County is one of the cooler regions in the nation with an annual average of 47.7°F. It receives a robust 20.2 inches of precipitation, largely driven by significant mountain snowfall.
High Altitude Moisture Leader
Mora's 20.2 inches of precipitation sits well above the New Mexico average of 14.0 inches. Its average temperature of 47.7°F makes it much colder than the state's 54.8°F baseline.
The Snow Capital of the Region
Mora County sees 62.1 inches of snow annually, dwarfing the 37.6 inches in neighboring Rio Arriba County. It records only 8 days of extreme heat, compared to 82 days in Roosevelt County.
Brief Summers and Frozen Winters
July averages a cool 65.8°F, and the county rarely sees extreme heat. Winters are long and snowy, with an average temperature of 32.4°F and over five feet of total snowfall.
Prioritize Insulation and Snow Removal
Heavy-duty snow tires and reliable heating systems are vital for navigating the 62.1-inch annual snowfall. Air conditioning is rarely a priority here, given the county only averages 8 days above 90°F.
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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.