Weather & Climate in La Boca, NM
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Boca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 33.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 6,282 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,282 ft (1,915 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 141/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9945°N, 107.6064°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | La Plata County County |
| Nearest Airport | Four Corners Regional (FMN) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 75.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 21.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
32 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Sep 13, 1994 | 17 km N of Sawpit, Colorado | M4.4 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M4.2 | 115 km | 13 km |
| Jun 4, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.7 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.7 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Mar 10, 2023 | 16 km S of Ophir, Colorado | M3.6 | 83 km | 7 km |
| Sep 14, 2009 | 7 km NNW of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.5 | 114 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 1991 | 24 km SSE of South Fork, Colorado | M3.4 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2021 | 2 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.3 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jul 4, 2021 | 24 km SW of Lake Valley, New Mexico | M3.1 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 2018 | 0 km NW of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2018 | 3 km ESE of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 110 km | 3 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 4 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.0 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2002 | 39 km SW of Creede, Colorado | M2.9 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Sep 1, 2024 | 7 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2021 | 3 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 112 km | 6 km |
| May 2, 2013 | 2 km E of Loghill Village, Colorado | M2.9 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Jun 17, 2022 | 4 km NNW of Regina, New Mexico | M2.8 | 102 km | 3 km |
| Jan 17, 1994 | 6 km ENE of Loghill Village, Colorado | M2.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Jan 17, 2009 | 11 km NNW of Cañones, New Mexico | M2.8 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Sep 14, 1994 | 20 km ENE of Norwood, Colorado | M2.8 | 141 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
19 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 10, 1997 | EF2 | 97 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1985 | EF2 | 95 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1957 | EF2 | 65 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 2014 | EF1 | 71 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 5, 2004 | EF1 | 30 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1999 | EF1 | 47 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1997 | EF1 | 49 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1966 | EF1 | 22 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2020 | EF0 | 72 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2015 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 2013 | EF0 | 66 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2013 | EF0 | 97 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2002 | EF0 | 42 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 52 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 52 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1999 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1992 | EF0 | 27 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1990 | EF0 | 60 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1963 | EF0 | 46 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MISSIONARY RIDGE (68,919 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | MISSIONARY RIDGE | 68,919 | 51 km |
| 2018 | 416 | 55,123 | 61 km |
| 2013 | PAPOOSE | 46,991 | 87 km |
| 2013 | WEST FORK COMPLEX - EAST ZONE | 34,441 | 98 km |
| 2012 | LITTLE SAND | 26,240 | 56 km |
| 2000 | BIRCHER | 23,317 | 75 km |
| 2013 | WEST FORK COMPLEX | 18,775 | 82 km |
| 1996 | ARCHULETA | 15,613 | 53 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 13,234 | 37 km |
| 2012 | WEBER | 10,898 | 67 km |
| 2001 | SANDOVAL | 6,773 | 28 km |
| 2017 | EIGHT FOUR TWO | 5,954 | 29 km |
| 2018 | BURRO | 5,242 | 72 km |
| 2000 | PONY | 5,224 | 87 km |
| 1996 | CHAPIN 5 | 4,832 | 82 km |
| 2016 | GREATER GRACIA RX | 3,960 | 35 km |
| 2017 | MOYA PRESCRIBED BURN 2017 | 3,184 | 94 km |
| 2020 | EAST CANYON | 3,031 | 63 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 2,852 | 61 km |
| 2012 | VALLECITO | 2,764 | 47 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in |
La Boca has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 25°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.4").