Weather & Climate in Anton Chico, NM

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Anton Chico enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 5,309 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	56.0°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	5,309 ft (1,618 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density	131/sq mi
Coordinates	35.1949°N, 105.1439°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Santa Fe County County
Nearest Airport	Santa Fe Regional (SAF) 61 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"

59% below US avg

Snowfall 27.2"

Wettest Month (Aug) 2.76"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	86.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	63.3 / 100
Community Resilience	33.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Volcano	No Rating
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.

Jul 4, 1995	23 km WSW of Springer, New Mexico	M3.8	121 km	5 km
Jul 22, 1990	5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico	M3.7	88 km	10 km
Jan 4, 1998	5 km NE of Mountainair, New Mexico	M3.6	119 km	5 km
Sep 10, 2024	7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico	M3.5	149 km	6 km
Oct 17, 2011	3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico	M3.5	105 km	5 km
Dec 31, 1997	8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico	M3.5	117 km	5 km
Dec 31, 1997	8 km E of Mountainair, New Mexico	M3.5	118 km	5 km
Dec 31, 1997	8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico	M3.4	117 km	5 km
Jul 22, 1996	11 km WSW of Corona, New Mexico	M3.4	122 km	10 km
Mar 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Newkirk, New Mexico	M3.3	88 km	5 km
Mar 24, 1996	8 km WNW of Corona, New Mexico	M3.3	114 km	10 km
Sep 10, 2024	8 km WSW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico	M3.2	150 km	5 km
Sep 29, 2017	17 km S of Mora, New Mexico	M3.1	71 km	5 km
Aug 15, 2007	5 km W of La Cienega, New Mexico	M3.0	104 km	5 km
Mar 31, 2013	4 km NNE of Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico	M3.0	80 km	5 km
Apr 1, 2025	22 km S of Newkirk, New Mexico	M3.0	91 km	5 km
Dec 9, 1991	5 km N of Meadow Lake, New Mexico	M2.9	134 km	14 km
Jan 26, 2020	1 km SSE of Galisteo, New Mexico	M2.9	75 km	6 km
Jan 26, 2019	22 km N of Pecos, New Mexico	M2.9	80 km	4 km
Mar 24, 1996	7 km W of Corona, New Mexico	M2.8	116 km	10 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tornado History

69 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
Jun 27, 1992	EF2	86 km	0.8 mi	0
Jun 4, 1978	EF2	37 km	2.0 mi	0
Sep 2, 1993	EF1	92 km	0.5 mi	0
Jun 8, 1989	EF1	70 km	5.0 mi	0
Jun 1, 1989	EF1	97 km	8.0 mi	0
Jun 1, 1989	EF1	91 km	5.0 mi	0
Jun 1, 1989	EF1	100 km	5.0 mi	0
Jun 13, 1982	EF1	46 km	0.1 mi	0
Jun 23, 1981	EF1	18 km	0.1 mi	0
Jun 3, 1974	EF1	90 km	0.1 mi	0
Jul 21, 1973	EF1	90 km	0.1 mi	0
Apr 15, 1971	EF1	91 km	2.0 mi	0
Jun 18, 1966	EF1	55 km	0.8 mi	0
May 8, 1959	EF1	46 km	0.1 mi	0
Aug 20, 1956	EF1	96 km	0.5 mi	0
Oct 1, 2023	EF0	67 km	1.3 mi	0
Jun 7, 2022	EF0	93 km	0.2 mi	0
Jul 13, 2021	EF0	84 km	0.2 mi	0
Jun 2, 2021	EF0	85 km	1.8 mi	0
Jun 17, 2019	EF0	66 km	1.3 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Carrizozo (173 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Carrizozo	Pyroclastic cone(s)	1,731 m (5,679 ft)	-3250	173 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HERMITS PEAK (352,046 acres, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2022	HERMITS PEAK	352,046	78 km
1997	PEREZ	30,288	76 km
2000	VIVEASH	22,468	70 km
2006	LUMBRE	15,598	89 km
1993	OJO	14,887	99 km
1989	BURGETTE	10,576	98 km
2011	PACHECO	9,790	94 km
2013	JAROSO	9,529	92 km
1992	FRONTIER	8,454	66 km
2018	EMILY	8,342	91 km
2000	DIAMOND	7,866	95 km
2018	LITTLE CONCHAS	7,429	34 km
1988	ROSA	7,387	52 km
2008	UNNAMED	7,351	34 km
2011	MILAGRO	7,102	21 km
2000	VAUGHN	6,967	58 km
2003	CAPULIN	6,155	98 km
2013	TRES LAGUNAS	5,832	76 km
2000	GREEN	5,598	26 km
2016	TRUCK	5,073	39 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	0.5 in	Driest
February	39°F (4°C)	0.5 in
March	45°F (7°C)	0.6 in
April	52°F (11°C)	0.8 in
May	61°F (16°C)	1.1 in
June	70°F (21°C)	1.4 in
July	75°F (24°C)	2.5 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	2.8 in	Wettest
September	65°F (18°C)	1.8 in
October	55°F (13°C)	1.0 in
November	44°F (7°C)	0.6 in
December	37°F (3°C)	0.6 in	Coldest

Anton Chico has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 37°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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