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Taos in June
Taos warms up: highs climb to 85°F (29°C), from 72°F in May, with lows of 53°F (11°C) and about 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain.
At 89/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (27 mm)
- Humidity
- 38%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What June feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 53°F (11°C), about 18°C (32°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 38% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain.
Plan around June
June is one of Taos's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by July, the score drops to 75/100.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 28 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from May.
- Comfort slips from 95/100 in May to 89/100.
- Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Taos in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Williams Lake Trail
Alpine hike from Taos Ski Valley to a lake below Wheeler Peak.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
Steel bridge 650 feet above the Rio Grande, among the highest in the US.
Harwood Museum of Art
Art of the Taos Society and Agnes Martin's octagonal gallery.
Orlando's New Mexican Cafe
Popular local New Mexican spot north of town with a fire-pit patio.
Why now June scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Adobe Bar at the Taos Inn
'Living room of Taos' with margaritas and live music most nights.
Nearby in June
- Abiquiú in June~44 mi · highs 89°F, 0.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Fe in June~54 mi · highs 87°F, 0.7 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Albuquerque in June~110 mi · highs 96°F, 0.5 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Aspen in June~204 mi · highs 74°F, 0.8 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,463 m to Taos's ~2,124 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.
Taos in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Taos?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain. Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Taos in June?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Taos in June?
Not much: about 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 16.8 in (427 mm).
What should I pack for Taos in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Taos in June?
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