Sierra County Climate
Sierra County, New Mexico
Avg Annual Temp
60.3°F
Annual Precip
11.0"
Annual Snowfall
3.4"
Extreme Heat Days
84.51666666666667
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Sierra County Weather
Hotter Than the National Average
Sierra County's 60.3°F annual temperature is significantly warmer than the national median. It receives only 11.0 inches of precipitation, well below the national average.
One of New Mexico's Warmest Spots
At 60.3°F, Sierra County is much warmer than the state average of 54.8°F. It is characterized by high heat and very little winter precipitation.
Warmer and Drier Than Neighbors
With 85 days above 90°F, Sierra is hotter than Socorro to the north. It receives only 3.4 inches of snow, which is less than half of what Socorro experiences.
Intense Summer Heat and Minimal Snow
July averages a hot 79.5°F, contributing to 85 extreme heat days each year. Winters remain mild compared to the rest of the state, with an average of 42.7°F.
Prioritize Cooling and Sun Protection
High-efficiency air conditioning is a necessity to survive 85 days above 90°F. Residents can skip the heavy winter gear, as the county only sees 3.4 inches of snow.
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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.