Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Fe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 280mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 31mm of rainfall. Santa Fe 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 -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Santa Fe has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°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 -6°C and the daily average is -1°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
Santa Fe is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 280mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 31mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, 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 56cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14cm.
Wind
Santa Fe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 15km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.
Seasons
51 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Santa Fe, which began on March 20, 2026. Santa Fe 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 -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 51 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 63mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 79mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 66mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Expect around 35cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/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 Santa Fe 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 24mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Santa Fe 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.
