New Mexico Golf Weather
Pick a city below for a 5-day golf-specific forecast — wind impact, dew point comfort, gusts, and tee-time breakdowns.
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September, May, August, June
Based on typical conditions near Albuquerque. This is a climate planning guide, not a forecast for every part of New Mexico.
New Mexico golf weather by month
Typical climate near Albuquerque, the largest golf-city cluster in Stymie's New Mexico directory, paired with estimated course-season availability statewide.
| Month | Golf outlook | Typical temp | Est. dew point | Rain | Wind | Est. courses open* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Limited | 35°F | 20°F | 0.5" | 7 mph | 98 |
| February | Limited | 39°F | 21°F | 0.5" | 8 mph | 98 |
| March | Mixed | 48°F | 25°F | 0.4" | 9 mph | 101 |
| April | Very good | 56°F | 28°F | 0.6" | 10 mph | 114 |
| May | Best | 65°F | 33°F | 0.5" | 9 mph | 115 |
| June | Best | 77°F | 39°F | 0.5" | 8 mph | 115 |
| July | Very good | 79°F | 53°F | 2" | 6 mph | 115 |
| August | Best | 76°F | 53°F | 1.7" | 6 mph | 115 |
| September | Best | 69°F | 46°F | 1.3" | 7 mph | 115 |
| October | Very good | 57°F | 35°F | 0.9" | 7 mph | 115 |
| November | Mixed | 44°F | 26°F | 0.6" | 7 mph | 108 |
| December | Limited | 35°F | 20°F | 0.7" | 7 mph | 101 |
Climate values are NASA POWER 2001–2020 climatology at a representative golf-city point; dew point is estimated from typical temperature and relative humidity. Method and source. *Estimated open uses the published-course monthly open rate across New Mexico's eligible course directory.
Top New Mexico golf cities — pick one for the local forecast
Albuquerque
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Roswell
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Farmington
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Santa Fe
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New Mexico golf weather — frequently asked
When is the best time to play golf in New Mexico?
September, May, August, June score highest in Stymie's 12-month planning model near Albuquerque. The model combines NASA POWER typical temperature, estimated dew point, precipitation, and wind; conditions vary across New Mexico, so use the city forecast before booking.
What dew point is comfortable for golf in New Mexico?
Dew points under 60°F are generally comfortable for golf. Below 50°F feels dry and crisp. Above 70°F, wet grips, heat stress, and dehydration matter more, although humid air itself is slightly less dense and does not make the ball fly shorter.
How does altitude affect golf in New Mexico?
Yes — New Mexico courses sit at elevation. The ball flies roughly 8–10% farther for every 5,000 ft of altitude because air density drops. A 250-yd sea-level driver becomes ~270 yds at Denver elevation.
Where can I check weather for a specific New Mexico golf course?
Open the course on Stymie's directory and use the weather card on the right side of the course page — it links to a course-specific forecast at /weather?course={course-slug}. Or pick a city below for an area-wide read.