Climate Insights for Chaparral

Aleutians East Borough, New Mexico, United States

Hottest
June
36°C peak
Coldest
January
2°C low
Wettest
August
31mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chaparral is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 165mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 31mm of rainfall. Chaparral is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 2°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 7° Min: 2° Feb Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 4° Mar Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 8° Apr Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 12° May Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Jun Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 22° Jul Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 23° Aug Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Sep Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Oct Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 13° Nov Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Dec Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 3°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Chaparral vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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: 12mm Snow: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 1mm
Precipitation
Snow

Chaparral is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 165mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 31mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 3mm. That's 27mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 20km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 26km/h Apr Wind Speed: 28km/h May Wind Speed: 26km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 20km/h Aug Wind Speed: 19km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 20km/h Nov Wind Speed: 20km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Chaparral is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Chaparral, which began on March 20, 2026. Chaparral 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 June at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 20mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 62mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 47mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 2 to 18°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 35mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb 10°
Mar 15°
Apr 19°
May 24°
Jun 29°
Jul 30°
Aug 28°
Sep 25°
Oct 19°
Nov 13°
Dec

The best time to visit Chaparral is during April, May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 10mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 2°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 Chaparral 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. 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
2 °C
15 °C
20 km/h
12 mm
1 cm
Feb
4 °C
18 °C
24 km/h
8 mm
1 cm
Mar Current
8 °C
22 °C
26 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
27 °C
28 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
31 °C
26 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
36 °C
23 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
36 °C
20 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
34 °C
19 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
32 °C
19 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
27 °C
20 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Nov
7 °C
20 °C
20 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Dec
3 °C
15 °C
18 km/h
15 mm
1 cm
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