City of Rocks State Park, NM

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City of Rocks State Park in New Mexico
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Today’s Forecast:

☀
°F
High: 68° | Low: 58°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KSVC
Observed at: 8:35 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: %
Tonight:Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. North wind around 6 mph.
Sunday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Southeast wind around 7 mph.
Sunday Night:A chance of rain showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. North wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  87 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 80°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (7 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 11/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 79°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  91 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 80°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (7 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 12/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 79°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  89 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 80°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (7 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 12/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 79°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 80°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (7 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 15/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 79°F. High rain probability (89%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

About City of Rocks 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 exposed rocks, campground wind, heat, lightning, dark-sky programs and grassfire.

Planning an Outing at City of Rocks State Park

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

Weather Tips for City of Rocks 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:

  • Faywood
  • Deming
  • Cooke’s Range
  • Faywood Hot Springs

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Shorten to the developed rock loop when heat or wind rises, and leave exposed formations before lightning disrupts camping or a night program.

7-Day Forecast for City of Rocks State Park

☀
°F
High: 68° | Low: 58°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KSVC
Observed at: 8:35 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: %
Sun ⛅
80° 61°
6%
Mon 🌧
79° 60°
48%
Tue 🌧
70° 54°
95%
Wed 🌧
70° 52°
38%
Thu ☀
73° 53°
4%
Fri ☀
74° 54°
0%
Sat ☀
76° --°
1%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

80° Sun 79° Mon 70° Tue 70° Wed 73° Thu 74° Fri 76° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

61° Sun 60° Mon 54° Tue 52° Wed 53° Thu 54° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 70 Sun 15 Mon 21 Tue 65 Wed 100 Thu 100 Fri 90 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 9:18 pm CDT

City of Rocks State Park Weather by Season

Winter

Cold nights contrast with sunny days, and exposed camps remain vulnerable to wind. Seasonal judgment must account for exposed rocks, campground wind, heat, lightning, dark-sky programs and grassfire.

Spring

Dry wind and rising heat increase dehydration and grassfire concerns. Seasonal judgment must account for exposed rocks, campground wind, heat, lightning, dark-sky programs and grassfire.

Summer

Heat, lightning and gusty outflows make short dawn routes the conservative choice. Seasonal judgment must account for exposed rocks, campground wind, heat, lightning, dark-sky programs and grassfire.

Fall

Comfort improves after monsoon humidity eases, with cold nights returning quickly. Seasonal judgment must account for exposed rocks, campground wind, heat, lightning, dark-sky programs and grassfire.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Approximate annual average temperature: roughly 58–64°F, strongly modified by elevation.
  • Annual snowfall: limited at low elevations and not a primary planning factor.
  • 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.