Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument, NM

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Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument in New Mexico
Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument — Photo by Bureau of Land Management, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

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54°F
High: 54° | Low: 42°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KLRU
Observed at: 8:55 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 3 mph | Humidity: 52%
Tonight:Mostly clear, with a low around 42. East southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.
Friday:A chance of rain showers between 11am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 48 in the afternoon. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Friday Night:Showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. West wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 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

Use Caution
  43 /100

Use Caution for hiking. High near 54°F. Rain forecast later today (73%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution 44/100
Use Caution for hiking. High near 51°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (25 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

🚲 Biking

Use Caution
  41 /100

Use Caution for biking. High near 54°F. Rain forecast later today (73%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution 40/100
Use Caution for biking. High near 51°F. Low rain risk (1%). Windy conditions (25 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

⛺ Camping

Use Caution
  44 /100

Use Caution for camping. High near 54°F. Rain forecast later today (73%). Light wind (9 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution 44/100
Use Caution for camping. High near 51°F. Low rain risk (1%). Windy conditions (25 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

About Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument

This forecast point represents the main visitor approach and should be adjusted for elevation and exposure across the coverage area. Planning decisions include steep elevation gain, little shade, canyon runoff, ridge lightning, wind and remote roads.

Planning an Outing at Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument

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

Weather Tips

  • 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:

  • Las Cruces
  • Dripping Springs
  • Aguirre Spring
  • Soledad Canyon

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Stay on a short foothill route instead of entering a canyon when runoff is possible, and abandon the ridge before monsoon clouds reach the crest.

7-Day Forecast for Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument

☀
54°F
High: 54° | Low: 42°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KLRU
Observed at: 8:55 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 3 mph | Humidity: 52%
Fri ⛈
55° 41°
73%
Sat ⛅
51° 38°
3%
Sun ☀
50° 37°
0%
Mon ☀
50° 37°
0%
Tue 🌧
52° 40°
20%
Wed ☀
48° 36°
10%
Thu ☀
50° --°
3%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

55° Fri 51° Sat 50° Sun 50° Mon 52° Tue 48° Wed 50° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

41° Fri 38° Sat 37° Sun 37° Mon 40° Tue 36° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 21 Fri 43 Sat 70 Sun 70 Mon 80 Tue 20 Wed 70 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 11:03 pm CST

Weather by Season

Winter

Snow may dust the crest while lower desert trails remain open but cold and windy. Seasonal judgment must account for steep elevation gain, little shade, canyon runoff, ridge lightning, wind and remote roads.

Spring

Wind and rapidly rising heat make exposed climbs demanding before monsoon moisture. Seasonal judgment must account for steep elevation gain, little shade, canyon runoff, ridge lightning, wind and remote roads.

Summer

Start at dawn and leave canyons and ridges before lightning or runoff develops. Seasonal judgment must account for steep elevation gain, little shade, canyon runoff, ridge lightning, wind and remote roads.

Fall

Cooler temperatures favor longer routes, though high summits may see early snow. Seasonal judgment must account for steep elevation gain, little shade, canyon runoff, ridge lightning, wind and remote roads.

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.