Climate Insights for Arenas Valley

Hot Springs County, New Mexico, United States

Hottest
June
33°C peak
Coldest
January
0°C low
Wettest
July
48mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arenas Valley is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 331mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 48mm of rainfall. Arenas Valley 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 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: 0° Feb Max: 14° Average: 7° Min: 2° Mar Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 6° Apr Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 18° Jul Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15° Oct Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Nov Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 5° Dec Max: 12° Average: 6° Min: 1°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Arenas Valley vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 5°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 6mm Mar Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 48mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 2mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 5mm
Precipitation
Snow

Arenas Valley is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 331mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 48mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 6mm. That's 42mm less than July, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 24cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Arenas Valley is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Arenas Valley, which began on March 20, 2026. Arenas Valley 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 0°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 6 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 35mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 106mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 91mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 19cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar 12°
Apr 16°
May 20°
Jun 26°
Jul 26°
Aug 24°
Sep 21°
Oct 16°
Nov 10°
Dec

The best time to visit Arenas Valley is during April, May, August, September and October, 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, June can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°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 Arenas Valley 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
0 °C
11 °C
3 km/h
31 mm
8 cm
Feb
2 °C
14 °C
4 km/h
32 mm
6 cm
Mar
6 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
22 mm
2 cm
Apr
9 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
18 °C
33 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
25 mm
1 cm
Nov
5 °C
17 °C
3 km/h
40 mm
2 cm
Dec
1 °C
12 °C
3 km/h
28 mm
5 cm
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