Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Taos in September
Taos cools off: highs slip to 76°F (25°C), from 83°F in August, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
At 96/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (46 mm)
- Humidity
- 52%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 96/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's September.
Plan around September
September is one of Taos's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 64°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in August to 96/100.
- Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Taos in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
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.
Michael's Kitchen
Diner and bakery known for big New Mexican breakfasts.
Orlando's New Mexican Cafe
Popular local New Mexican spot north of town with a fire-pit patio.
Why now September scores 96/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in September
- Abiquiú in September~44 mi · highs 80°F, 1.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Fe in September~54 mi · highs 77°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Albuquerque in September~110 mi · highs 85°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in September~204 mi · highs 69°F, 1.8 in rain · 4°C (8°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Taos?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 96/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain. Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Taos in September?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Taos in September?
Not much: about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 16.8 in (427 mm).
What should I pack for Taos in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Taos in September?
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