Cimarron Canyon State Park, NM

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Cimarron Canyon State Park in New Mexico
Cimarron Canyon State Park — Photo by Alexander Hatley, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

☀
°F
High: 54° | Low: 32°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KAXX
Observed at: 7:55 am CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: %
Today:Partly sunny. High near 54, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight:A chance of rain and snow showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Saturday:Rain and snow showers likely before 11am, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and rain and snow showers likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Use Caution
  39 /100

Use Caution for hiking. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (74%). Light wind (15 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 11/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 43°F. High rain probability (74%). Light wind (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

⛺ Camping

Use Caution
  39 /100

Use Caution for camping. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (74%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 11/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 43°F. High rain probability (74%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Cold overnight low (31°F).

🐟 Fishing

Use Caution
  38 /100

Use Caution for fishing. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (74%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 8/100
Not Recommended for fishing. High near 43°F. High rain probability (74%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

About Cimarron Canyon State Park

This forecast point represents the main visitor approach and should be adjusted for elevation and exposure across the coverage area. Planning decisions include trout-stream flow, narrow-canyon runoff, rockfall, campground access and road ice.

Planning an Outing at Cimarron Canyon State Park

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

Weather Tips for Cimarron Canyon State Park

  • 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:

  • Cimarron
  • Ute Park
  • Tolby Campground
  • Palisades Sill

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Fish or hike a short reach near a dependable pullout when runoff rises; leave the canyon before hail, rockfall or road ice reduces options.

7-Day Forecast for Cimarron Canyon State Park

☀
°F
High: 54° | Low: 32°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KAXX
Observed at: 7:55 am CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: %
Fri ⛅
54° 33°
1%
Sat ❄
43° 31°
74%
Sun ☀
48° 28°
1%
Mon ☀
53° 30°
0%
Tue 🌧
52° 32°
39%
Wed ❄
42° 26°
33%
Thu ⛅
48° 28°
12%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

54° Fri 43° Sat 48° Sun 53° Mon 52° Tue 42° Wed 48° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

33° Fri 31° Sat 28° Sun 30° Mon 32° Tue 26° Wed 28° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 90 Fri 18 Sat 20 Sun 85 Mon 75 Tue 18 Wed 20 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 13, 2026 11:19 pm CST

Cimarron Canyon State Park Weather by Season

Winter

Ice can persist on shaded roads and trails even when open slopes are dry. Seasonal judgment must account for trout-stream flow, narrow-canyon runoff, rockfall, campground access and road ice.

Spring

Snowmelt and frontal wind change stream flow, rockfall and campground access. Seasonal judgment must account for trout-stream flow, narrow-canyon runoff, rockfall, campground access and road ice.

Summer

Canyon runoff can rise quickly after an upstream monsoon storm; leave before water arrives. Seasonal judgment must account for trout-stream flow, narrow-canyon runoff, rockfall, campground access and road ice.

Fall

Cooler fishing and hiking weather returns, followed by early ice on shaded bends. Seasonal judgment must account for trout-stream flow, narrow-canyon runoff, rockfall, campground access and road ice.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Approximate annual average temperature: roughly 48–58°F, strongly modified by elevation.
  • Annual snowfall: usually light and intermittent, though nearby high terrain receives much more.
  • 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.