Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Abiquiú in July
Abiquiú's warmest month brings highs averaging 90°F (32°C), lows of 61°F (16°C) and about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 50%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 90°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (64 mm).
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and September & October.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 6.4 in (162 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in June to 69/100.
- Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes90°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 61°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Abiquiú in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Abiquiú Lake
Reservoir backed by Pedernal and mesas, good for swimming and paddling.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Plaza Blanca
White sandstone spires and hoodoos reached by a short walk.
Why now July scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Chimney Rock Trail
3-mile round trip up a mesa to views over Ghost Ranch and Abiquiú Lake.
Why now Highs near 90°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bode's General Store
Long-running general store and deli serving breakfast burritos and green chile.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Café Abiquiú
Restaurant at the Abiquiu Inn with New Mexican dishes and river views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Santa Fe in July~42 mi · highs 87°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Taos in July~44 mi · highs 86°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Albuquerque in July~80 mi · highs 94°F, 2.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in July~208 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,346 m to Abiquiú's ~1,849 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Abiquiú in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Abiquiú?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain. Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Abiquiú in July?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Abiquiú in July?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (386 mm).
What should I pack for Abiquiú in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (90°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 61°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Abiquiú in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.