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Las Cruces, NM Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Las Cruces, NM?
Las Cruces, NM gets 9.1 in of precipitation a year over about 47 rainy days, and about 1.0 in of snow a season. June is the warmest month (average high 96°F) and January the coldest (average low 29°F).
Cold desert climate
Las Cruces, NM has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 58°F in December to 96°F in June. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 31° | 60° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 46° | 79° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 67° | 95° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 49° | 79° |
How much rain does Las Cruces get?
Las Cruces gets 9.1 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 47 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 84% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 1.8 in. April is the driest, with 0.2 in. July has the most rainy days, about 9.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 109 days, to June 26, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Las Cruces got 10.9 in of rain, against a normal of 9.1 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 2.4 in.
See where Las Cruces ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days.
Does it snow in Las Cruces?
Yes. Las Cruces gets about 1.0 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 35.1 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 0.6 in of snow, against a normal of 1.0 in for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 0.6 in.
See where Las Cruces ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Las Cruces weather by month
Las Cruces weather in January
In January, Las Cruces averages a high of 59°F and a low of 29°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 78°F (1970) and the record low is 7°F (1971).
Las Cruces weather in February
In February, Las Cruces averages a high of 64°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 84°F (1986) and the record low is -5°F (2011). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Las Cruces weather in March
In March, Las Cruces averages a high of 71°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 96°F (2026) and the record low is 13°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Las Cruces weather in April
In April, Las Cruces averages a high of 79°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 78% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 96°F (1989) and the record low is 24°F (1973). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Las Cruces weather in May
In May, Las Cruces averages a high of 87°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 83% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 104°F (2005) and the record low is 32°F (1975).
Las Cruces weather in June
In June, Las Cruces averages a high of 96°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 110°F (1994) and the record low is 43°F (1971).
Las Cruces weather in July
In July, Las Cruces averages a high of 96°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 109°F (2023) and the record low is 55°F (1983).
Las Cruces weather in August
In August, Las Cruces averages a high of 94°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 1.7 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 109°F (2026) and the record low is 51°F (1970).
Las Cruces weather in September
In September, Las Cruces averages a high of 88°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 103°F (2011) and the record low is 37°F (1984).
Las Cruces weather in October
In October, Las Cruces averages a high of 80°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 81% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 95°F (2024) and the record low is 22°F (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Las Cruces weather in November
In November, Las Cruces averages a high of 68°F and a low of 37°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 87°F (1988) and the record low is -4°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Las Cruces weather in December
In December, Las Cruces averages a high of 58°F and a low of 30°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 77°F (1987) and the record low is 5°F (1987).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Las Cruces
May is the sunniest month in Las Cruces, with estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest, at 59%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 71% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Las Cruces is sunnier than 98% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 39% and is lowest in May at 15%.
Las Cruces has about 103 days a year above 90°F. Las Cruces is hotter than 94% of the US.
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First and last freeze in Las Cruces
The first fall freeze in Las Cruces typically comes around November 8, and the last spring freeze around March 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 230 days.
Las Cruces weather records
These records cover STATE UNIV during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Las Cruces station is 110°F, on June 28, 1994. The coldest is -5°F, on February 3, 2011.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 3.3 in of precipitation, on July 26, 2010.
46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.8°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Las Cruces
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 60°F and lows near 31°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 46°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 95°F and lows near 67°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 49°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 59° | 0.48 in | 3 | 39% | 69% | 78° | 7° |
| February | 34° | 64° | 0.36 in | 2 | 32% | 67% | 84° | -5° |
| March | 39° | 71° | 0.26 in | 2 | 28% | 63% | 96° | 13° |
| April | 46° | 79° | 0.22 in | 2 | 18% | 78% | 96° | 24° |
| May | 54° | 87° | 0.38 in | 2 | 15% | 83% | 104° | 32° |
| June | 64° | 96° | 0.65 in | 3 | 20% | 68% | 110° | 43° |
| July | 69° | 96° | 1.8 in | 9 | 32% | 60% | 109° | 55° |
| August | 68° | 94° | 1.7 in | 8 | 36% | 59% | 109° | 51° |
| September | 61° | 88° | 1.4 in | 5 | 34% | 76% | 103° | 37° |
| October | 48° | 80° | 0.82 in | 4 | 31% | 81% | 95° | 22° |
| November | 37° | 68° | 0.42 in | 3 | 35% | 71% | 87° | -4° |
| December | 30° | 58° | 0.64 in | 3 | 36% | 71% | 77° | 5° |
Station: STATE UNIV, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Las Cruces climate questions
How much rain does Las Cruces get?
Las Cruces gets 9.1 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 47 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Las Cruces?
July is the wettest month in Las Cruces, with 1.8 in. April is the driest, with 0.2 in.
How many rainy days does Las Cruces have a year?
Las Cruces has about 47 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 9.
Does it snow in Las Cruces?
Yes. Las Cruces gets about 1.0 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 35.1 in.
What is the hottest month in Las Cruces?
June is the warmest month in Las Cruces, with an average high of 96°F.
What is the coldest month in Las Cruces?
January is the coldest month in Las Cruces, with an average low of 29°F.
What is the record high temperature in Las Cruces?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Las Cruces station is 110°F, set on June 28, 1994. The record low is -5°F, on February 3, 2011.
What is the sunniest month in Las Cruces?
May is the sunniest month in Las Cruces, with estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Las Cruces?
The first fall freeze in Las Cruces typically comes around November 8. The last spring freeze is around March 23.
What is the best time to visit Las Cruces?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.