Climate
Rain, snow, temperature and drought across New Mexico, each compared with the same dates in other years. Each card opens that topic's page.
Rain
2.75 in over the last 30 days, 236% of normal
Statewide, and for each of the state's watersheds, against the same dates in 1991–2020.
rain through November 2, 2026
Snow
A little snow: out of snow season
On the highest peaks: 1,088 square miles with at least 0.4 in of water in the snow, up to 2.3 in at the snowiest spot. Averaged over the whole state that is 0.01 in. The 2025–26 winter's snow peaked on Jan 26 at 0.3 in, 48% of the usual peak: 21st highest of 23 winters since 2004.
snow model through November 3, 2026
Temperature
58.1°F over the last 30 days: 3.9°F warmer than normal
Much warmer than normal for the date. Statewide average, from PRISM, against 1991–2020.
temperature through November 2, 2026
Drought
22% of the state is in severe drought or worse
90% is abnormally dry or worse. Worse than in 50% of years at this time of year (2000–2025).
U.S. Drought Monitor week of October 27, 2026