Taos Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Taos, New Mexico - NM, USA)

Taos is home to seasonal weather and a temperate climate. The summer months in Taos, from June to September, feature typically hot, dry, sunny weather, with cooler evenings, when temperatures drop. Summer weather in Taos peaks at around 34°C / 93°F during July, with many fine days.

Spring and autumn are pleasant seasons in Taos, with lots of dry and sunny weather. Temperatures can climb into the 70s during April and October.


Wet weather in the Taos area is spread fairly evenly throughout the year, although slightly more rain falls during the months of July and August, often quickly followed by sunshine. The average annual precipitation / rainfall in Taos is around 12 inches / 30 cm.

Winter weather and climate in Taos is generally cool, with frosty nights between November and March. January is usually the coldest month of the year in Taos, with temperatures ranging from highs of 8°C / 46°F to lows of -6°C / 21°F. Snowfalls can occur during the winter months. The average annual snowfall in Taos is around 30 inches / 76 cm.

Taos Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

The following are the normal daily temperature ranges for Taos:

	Maximum	Minimum
January	8°C / 46°F	-6°C / 21°F
February	12°C / 54°F	-3°C / 27°F
March	16°C / 61°F	0°C / 32°F
April	22°C / 72°F	4°C / 39°F
May	27°C / 81°F	9°C / 48°F
June	32°C / 90°F	15°C / 59°F
July	34°C / 93°F	18°C / 64°F
August	32°C / 90°F	17°C / 63°F
September	28°C / 82°F	13°C / 55°F
October	22°C / 72°F	6°C / 43°F
November	14°C / 57°F	-1°C / 30°F
December	9°C / 48°F	-5°C / 23°F