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Weather & Climate in Youngsville, NM
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Youngsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 6,679 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,679 ft (2,036 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1950°N, 106.5669°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Rio Arriba County County |
| Nearest Airport | Santa Fe Regional (SAF) 49 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 80.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 9.4 / 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 Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | No Rating |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
45 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jul 12, 2021 | 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M4.2 | 17 km | 13 km |
| May 18, 2023 | 8 km ENE of San Mateo, New Mexico | M3.8 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.7 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.7 | 19 km | 10 km |
| Oct 20, 2016 | 3 km NNW of Seboyeta, New Mexico | M3.5 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Sep 14, 2009 | 7 km NNW of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.5 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Sep 10, 2024 | 7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico | M3.5 | 110 km | 6 km |
| Oct 17, 2011 | 3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico | M3.5 | 65 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 1991 | 24 km SSE of South Fork, Colorado | M3.4 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2021 | 2 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.3 | 22 km | 5 km |
| Sep 10, 2024 | 8 km WSW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico | M3.2 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Sep 29, 2017 | 17 km S of Mora, New Mexico | M3.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2018 | 3 km ESE of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 32 km | 3 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | 4 km NNE of Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico | M3.0 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 4 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.0 | 21 km | 10 km |
| Jun 14, 2018 | 0 km NW of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 36 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 2007 | 5 km W of La Cienega, New Mexico | M3.0 | 78 km | 5 km |
| Sep 1, 2024 | 7 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 17 km | 10 km |
| Dec 9, 1991 | 5 km N of Meadow Lake, New Mexico | M2.9 | 150 km | 14 km |
| Feb 8, 2021 | 3 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 19 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
21 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 29, 2014 | EF1 | 82 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1971 | EF1 | 80 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 1966 | EF1 | 63 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 2021 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 2021 | EF0 | 78 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 17, 2019 | EF0 | 77 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2018 | EF0 | 61 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2017 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2017 | EF0 | 77 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 2016 | EF0 | 75 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2012 | EF0 | 80 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 2009 | EF0 | 71 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 17, 2008 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2007 | EF0 | 84 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1999 | EF0 | 48 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF0 | 43 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1991 | EF0 | 80 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1990 | EF0 | 100 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1961 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 1959 | EF0 | 100 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LAS CONCHAS (150,874 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | LAS CONCHAS | 150,874 | 38 km |
| 2022 | CERRO PELADO | 45,620 | 49 km |
| 2000 | CERRO GRANDE | 44,279 | 39 km |
| 2013 | THOMPSON RIDGE | 21,077 | 34 km |
| 1996 | DOME | 15,783 | 51 km |
| 1996 | ARCHULETA | 15,613 | 98 km |
| 2002 | BORREGO | 12,877 | 73 km |
| 2010 | SOUTH FORK | 12,585 | 20 km |
| 2011 | PACHECO | 9,790 | 79 km |
| 2013 | JAROSO | 9,529 | 86 km |
| 2017 | BONITA | 7,754 | 57 km |
| 2017 | HONDITO | 6,949 | 67 km |
| 2003 | CAPULIN | 6,155 | 75 km |
| 2013 | TRES LAGUNAS | 5,832 | 96 km |
| 1998 | OSO | 5,297 | 30 km |
| 2022 | MIDNIGHT | 5,293 | 42 km |
| 2003 | ENCEBADO | 5,064 | 100 km |
| 2023 | ALAMOSA RX UNIT 1 FY24 | 4,616 | 47 km |
| 2014 | PINO | 4,415 | 51 km |
| 2002 | LAKES | 4,306 | 38 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in |
Youngsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.8").