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Bosque del Apache

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Linda Tanner from Los Osos, California, U.S.A
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Bosque del Apache

New Mexico, United States
Best timeSep–May
Set inNew Mexico, United States
In season~68°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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32–95°F
CurrencyUSD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC-05:00
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Map showing the location of Bosque del Apache
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Apr, Oct. Go in May, Sep, Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightOct · 73%
WarmestJul · 95°F
WettestJul
Best windowSep–May
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Winter home to tens of thousands of sandhill cranes and snow geese.

Best time to visit

Aim for Sep–May, the 9 months that line up best.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Bosque del Apache?

The best time to visit Bosque del Apache is September–May, in New Mexico, United States.

Where is Bosque del Apache?

Bosque del Apache is in New Mexico, United States.

What is Bosque del Apache known for?

Winter home to tens of thousands of sandhill cranes and snow geese.

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