Weather & Climate in Zia Pueblo, NM
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zia Pueblo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. 75% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,617 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,617 ft (1,712 m) |
| Area | 27.1 sq mi (70.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5300°N, 106.7170°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Sandoval County County |
| Nearest Airport | Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 74.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 41.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
82 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jan 29, 1990 | 6 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico | M4.5 | 120 km | 12 km |
| Nov 8, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico | M4.4 | 121 km | 6 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M4.2 | 78 km | 13 km |
| Jan 31, 1990 | 5 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico | M4.0 | 121 km | 10 km |
| May 18, 2023 | 8 km ENE of San Mateo, New Mexico | M3.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.7 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 1990 | 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico | M3.7 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.7 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Nov 15, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico | M3.6 | 120 km | 7 km |
| Jan 4, 1998 | 5 km NE of Mountainair, New Mexico | M3.6 | 119 km | 5 km |
| May 5, 1990 | 6 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico | M3.6 | 121 km | 7 km |
| May 1, 2025 | 14 km NW of Alamillo, New Mexico | M3.5 | 134 km | 13 km |
| Sep 14, 2009 | 7 km NNW of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.5 | 115 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2004 | 8 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico | M3.5 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Oct 17, 2011 | 3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico | M3.5 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Dec 31, 1997 | 8 km E of Mountainair, New Mexico | M3.5 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Dec 31, 1997 | 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico | M3.5 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Sep 10, 2024 | 7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico | M3.5 | 35 km | 6 km |
| Sep 29, 2012 | 4 km WNW of Belen, New Mexico | M3.5 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2016 | 3 km NNW of Seboyeta, New Mexico | M3.5 | 71 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
59 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 fatality, 9 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 27, 1975 | EF2 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 10, 1974 | EF2 | 56 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 8, 1989 | EF1 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1988 | EF1 | 30 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1971 | EF1 | 68 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 1966 | EF1 | 75 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1966 | EF1 | 92 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1965 | EF1 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1956 | EF1 | 62 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 2021 | EF0 | 28 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 2021 | EF0 | 64 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 2021 | EF0 | 36 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 2021 | EF0 | 83 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 2020 | EF0 | 36 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 17, 2019 | EF0 | 65 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2018 | EF0 | 42 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 2017 | EF0 | 76 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2017 | EF0 | 32 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2017 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 2016 | EF0 | 75 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Zuni-Bandera (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zuni-Bandera | Volcanic field | 2,550 m (8,366 ft) | -1170 | 142 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
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 | 46 km |
| 2022 | CERRO PELADO | 45,620 | 33 km |
| 2000 | CERRO GRANDE | 44,279 | 55 km |
| 2013 | THOMPSON RIDGE | 21,077 | 43 km |
| 2016 | DOG HEAD | 19,816 | 85 km |
| 1996 | DOME | 15,783 | 41 km |
| 2008 | TRIGO | 13,855 | 99 km |
| 2002 | BORREGO | 12,877 | 98 km |
| 2010 | SOUTH FORK | 12,585 | 66 km |
| 2011 | PACHECO | 9,790 | 90 km |
| 2019 | TRIPLE NICKLE | 7,819 | 78 km |
| 2003 | CAPULIN | 6,155 | 89 km |
| 2013 | TRES LAGUNAS | 5,832 | 97 km |
| 1998 | OSO | 5,297 | 65 km |
| 2008 | BIG SPRING | 5,050 | 91 km |
| 2014 | PINO | 4,415 | 26 km |
| 2002 | LAKES | 4,306 | 39 km |
| 2020 | MEDIO | 4,231 | 84 km |
| 2018 | VENADO | 4,007 | 30 km |
| 2014 | DIEGO | 3,983 | 60 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 0.5 in |
Zia Pueblo has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.4").