Climate Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
NOAA 1991–2020 normals 58°F annual avg 2 stations
Socorro, NM Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 2 weather stations (1991-2020).
The climate verdict for Socorro
Socorro, New Mexico averages 58°F a year and scores 57/100 on the comfort index — moderate, milder than 27% of U.S. cities.
- 58°F
- annual average temperature (NOAA normal)
- 57/100
- comfort score — milder than 27% of U.S. cities
- 8.6"
- annual precipitation
Based on NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) — 30-year averages describing the typical year, not a forecast.
Avg Temperature
58°F (15°C)
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
43°F
Annual Precip
8.6"
Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
58°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
8.6"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Socorro) 57.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Socorro area.
How Socorro compares to every U.S. city
Socorro's comfort score vs. all U.S. cities
PlainClimate composite comfort index (1–100), NOAA 1991–2020 normals
57 Top 73% higher than 27% of 6,915 US cities
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Source NOAA U.S. Climate Normals — PlainClimate comfort index · 1991–2020
Warming context for Socorro
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Socorro captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 22°F (-5°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 0.4" | 27.2 | 0.0 |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 27°F (-3°C) | 42°F (6°C) | 0.4" | 20.8 | 0.0 |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 35°F (1°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4" | 11.2 | 0.0 |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 42°F (6°C) | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4" | 2.6 | 0.1 |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4" | 0.2 | 6.8 |
| June | 94°F (34°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5" | 0.0 | 24.7 |
| July | 94°F (34°C) | 65°F (19°C) | 80°F (26°C) | 1.9" | 0.0 | 25.6 |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1" | 0.0 | 21.0 |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0" | 0.0 | 8.2 |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 58°F (15°C) | 1.0" | 2.8 | 0.3 |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 31°F (-1°C) | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4" | 18.2 | 0.0 |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 0.7" | 27.2 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 0.4"
3.5 days with precipitation
February 0.4"
3.3 days with precipitation
March 0.4"
3.0 days with precipitation
April 0.4"
2.1 days with precipitation
May 0.4"
3.2 days with precipitation
June 0.5"
2.9 days with precipitation
July 1.9"
9.1 days with precipitation
August 1.1"
8.6 days with precipitation
September 1.0"
6.3 days with precipitation
October 1.0"
4.1 days with precipitation
November 0.4"
2.8 days with precipitation
December 0.7"
4.3 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 27
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 12
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
3,964
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
1,511
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
December
What Socorro's climate means for you
Socorro runs 58°F a year — peaking in July, coldest in December.
- Energy bills track 3,964 heating and 1,511 cooling degree days a year — higher means the furnace or AC runs more.
- Comparing places to live? Line this city up against nearby cities and the national rankings. See rankings
These are 30-year NOAA normals (1991–2020) — the typical year, not a forecast for any specific season.
Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Socorro, NM
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Socorro, New Mexico as a location with an annual average temperature of 58°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 73°F to a mean daily low of 43°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while December is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from 2 weather stations, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Socorro receives roughly 8.6 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 12 and the first fall freeze near October 27. For energy use, 3,964 heating degree days and 1,511 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Socorro scores 57/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for December-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Socorro, NM? ▼
The average annual temperature in Socorro, New Mexico is 58°F. The warmest month averages 94°F (34°C) and the coldest averages 22°F (-5°C).
How much rain does Socorro get? ▼
Socorro receives 8.6 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Socorro? ▼
Socorro has a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Socorro? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Socorro.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Socorro? ▼
Socorro has 3,964 heating degree days and 1,511 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Socorro climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from 2 weather stations. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00003048. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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