Climate Overview
The climate in Los Lunas is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 176mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 19mm of rainfall. Los Lunas 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 -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Los Lunas has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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
Los Lunas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 176mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 19mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 8mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 19cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Los Lunas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Los Lunas, which began on June 21, 2026. Los Lunas 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 4 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 30mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 18 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 6cm 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 -3 to 14°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Expect around 11cm 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
The best time to visit Los Lunas is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 14mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°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 Los Lunas 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.
