Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs, NM

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Gilman tunnels in the Jemez Mountains in Santa Fe National Forrest
Gilman tunnels in the Jemez Mountains in Santa Fe National Forrest - Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

☀
51°F
High: 53° | Low: 38°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KLAM
Observed at: 7:35 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 9 mph | Humidity: 40%
Tonight:Mostly clear, with a low around 38. Northeast wind around 0 mph.
Friday:Partly sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
Friday Night:Rain showers after 8pm. Cloudy, with a low around 39. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 63°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 52°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (10 mph).

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 63°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 15/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 52°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (10 mph).

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 63°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 52°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (10 mph).

🐟 Fishing

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for fishing. High near 63°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for fishing. High near 52°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (10 mph).

About Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs

This forecast point represents the main visitor approach and should be adjusted for elevation and exposure across the coverage area. Planning decisions include canyon flooding, stream flow, hot-spring access, burn scars, smoke and mountain roads.

Planning an Outing at Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs

Check the exact road, trail, water, fire, park or operating notice before departure. Conditions near Jemez Springs may not represent the highest, most exposed or most remote part of the destination.

Weather Tips for Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs

  • Carry water, sun protection and layers for rapid temperature changes.
  • Leave ridges, open water, washes and exposed ground before lightning arrives.
  • Check wind, smoke, fire restrictions and access for the specific activity.
  • Expect limited cell service and longer response times away from developed areas.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for:

  • Jemez Springs
  • Battleship Rock
  • Fenton Lake
  • Gilman Tunnels

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Use a developed spring or short forest stop when canyon runoff or burned slopes are active, and avoid committing to a remote road in heavy rain.

7-Day Forecast for Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs

☀
51°F
High: 53° | Low: 38°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KLAM
Observed at: 7:35 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 9 mph | Humidity: 40%
Fri ⛅
63° 39°
9%
Sat 🌧
53° 33°
89%
Sun ☀
58° 32°
0%
Mon ☀
53° 35°
0%
Tue ⛈
53° 34°
67%
Wed ❄
46° 31°
47%
Thu ❄
50° --°
27%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

63° Fri 53° Sat 58° Sun 53° Mon 53° Tue 46° Wed 50° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

39° Fri 33° Sat 32° Sun 35° Mon 34° Tue 31° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Fri 78 Sat 100 Sun 85 Mon 64 Tue 19 Wed 70 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 8:48 pm CST

Jemez Mountains & Jemez Springs Weather by Season

Winter

Snow, black ice and short daylight restrict crest roads and high trailheads. Seasonal judgment must account for canyon flooding, stream flow, hot-spring access, burn scars, smoke and mountain roads.

Spring

Melting snow leaves mud while wind and fire danger rise at lower elevations. Seasonal judgment must account for canyon flooding, stream flow, hot-spring access, burn scars, smoke and mountain roads.

Summer

Leave ridges before lightning, hail or post-fire runoff reaches the route. Seasonal judgment must account for canyon flooding, stream flow, hot-spring access, burn scars, smoke and mountain roads.

Fall

Cooler days favor longer trails until early snow again separates crest from foothill conditions. Seasonal judgment must account for canyon flooding, stream flow, hot-spring access, burn scars, smoke and mountain roads.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Approximate annual average temperature: roughly 48–58°F, strongly modified by elevation.
  • Annual snowfall: substantial and seasonally important at the highest elevations.
  • Warmest period: June through August, with lower desert areas hottest before monsoon moisture peaks.
  • Summer monsoon: July into September is the principal thunderstorm period.
  • Best outdoor window: Varies by elevation; spring and fall favor lower terrain while summer favors early high-country starts.