Climate Insights for Española

Teton County, New Mexico, United States

Hottest
July
30°C peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low
Wettest
October
27mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Española is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 268mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 27mm of rainfall. Española is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 71cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 6° Average: -2° Min: -8° Feb Max: 9° Average: 1° Min: -5° Mar Max: 14° Average: 6° Min: -1° Apr Max: 19° Average: 10° Min: 2° May Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 7° Jun Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Jul Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 15° Aug Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 14° Sep Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 10° Oct Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 5° Nov Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -2° Dec Max: 8° Average: 0° Min: -5°
Max
Average
Min

Española has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 17mm Feb Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 14mm Mar Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 8mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 5mm May Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 11mm Dec Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 10mm
Precipitation
Snow

Española is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 268mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 27mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 18mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 71cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 17cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Española is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

8 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Española, which began on June 21, 2026. Española is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -1 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Expect around 14cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -8 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 61mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 41cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -2°
Feb
Mar
Apr 10°
May 15°
Jun 21°
Jul 23°
Aug 21°
Sep 18°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Española is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 23mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Española based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-8 °C
6 °C
7 km/h
22 mm
17 cm
Feb
-5 °C
9 °C
9 km/h
21 mm
14 cm
Mar
-1 °C
14 °C
10 km/h
23 mm
8 cm
Apr
2 °C
19 °C
11 km/h
19 mm
5 cm
May
7 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
24 mm
2 cm
Jun
13 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
10 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Oct
5 °C
20 °C
8 km/h
27 mm
4 cm
Nov
-2 °C
12 °C
8 km/h
23 mm
11 cm
Dec
-5 °C
8 °C
7 km/h
18 mm
10 cm
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