San Miguel County Climate
San Miguel County, New Mexico
Avg Annual Temp
52.8°F
Annual Precip
16.2"
Annual Snowfall
20.4"
Extreme Heat Days
40.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About San Miguel County Weather
Moderate Temperatures in the High Plains
San Miguel County's annual average temperature of 52.8°F aligns closely with the national median. Its semi-arid climate receives 16.2 inches of precipitation, making it wetter than the typical New Mexico county.
Cooler Than the State Average
The county's annual temperature sits 2 degrees below the New Mexico state average of 54.8°F. It ranks among the cooler regions in the state due to its high-elevation terrain.
Milder Winters Than Northern Neighbors
San Miguel averages 20.4 inches of snow, which is less than the 24.8 inches found in neighboring Santa Fe County. However, its July average of 72.4°F makes it warmer than the high-altitude peaks of Taos.
Mild Summers and Crisp Winters
Summers stay pleasant with a July average of 72.4°F, though the area still experiences 41 days above 90°F. Winter averages stay just above freezing at 35.5°F during the coldest months.
Prepare for Snow and Sun
Residents should invest in reliable heating for the 34.6°F January lows. Snow removal gear is necessary for the 20.4 inches of annual accumulation that typically hits the region.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.