New Mexico weather in December
The state broadly agrees with itself in December: afternoons run 47° in Albuquerque and 44° in Santa Fe, with everywhere else in between.
Based on 2 weather stations. Two stations, both a mile high or better — the low desert in the state’s south and the ski peaks above Taos both sit outside what these numbers cover.
Albuquerque & the Rio Grande Valley
Highs near 47°, nights around 27°, and 2.8 in of snow in a typical December.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | Snow | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 47° / 27° | 3 | 2.8 in | Cold and clear, with paper lanterns lining the walls. |
Santa Fe & the High Desert
Highs near 44°, nights around 20°, and 0.5 in of rain in a typical December.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 44° / 20° | 4 | Cold nights, candlelit walls, and the ski basin open. |
Each place above has its own page for the full story — what the month feels like, what to pack, and whether the timing is right.