Socorro County Climate
Socorro County, New Mexico
Avg Annual Temp
55.9°F
Annual Precip
10.8"
Annual Snowfall
6.0"
Extreme Heat Days
72.67142857142858
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Socorro County Weather
Warm Temperatures and Arid Skies
Socorro County averages 55.9°F annually, making it warmer than the national median. It is quite dry, receiving only 10.8 inches of precipitation per year.
Warmer Than the State Median
The county's average temperature exceeds the New Mexico state average of 54.8°F by over a degree. It experiences more extreme heat than the northern mountainous counties.
A Bridge Between North and South
Socorro's 73 heat days are fewer than Sierra's 85, but far more than Santa Fe's 33. It averages 6 inches of snow, which is double that of its southern neighbor, Sierra.
Sizzling Summers and Sunny Winters
The July average reaches 76.0°F with 73 days hitting 90°F or higher. Winter is relatively short and dry, with a December-February average of 37.7°F.
Prepare for Long Hot Summers
Efficient cooling systems are critical for the 73 days of extreme heat. With only 10.8 inches of rain, water conservation and xeriscaping are practical choices for residents.
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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.