Climate Summary
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| Rio Communities, NM Climate Summary General Climate • Semi-arid desert climate with hot summers and mild winters
• Located in the Rio Grande Valley, with the Sandia Mountains to the east Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 57.8°F (14.3°C) • Average Summer High 95.6°F (35.3°C) • Average Summer Low 68.1°F (20.1°C) • Average Winter High 52.3°F (11.3°C) • Average Winter Low 28.5°F (-2.0°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 8.5 inches (216 mm) • Wettest Month July (2.5 inches / 63 mm) • Driest Month April (0.4 inches / 10 mm) • Snowfall Trace amounts Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 42% • Lowest Relative Humidity April (25%) • Highest Relative Humidity December (55%) Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction Northeast • Average Wind Speed 6.5 mph (10.5 km/h) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 320 days • Average Daily Sunshine 7.5 hours Other Climate Features • Extreme Heat Temperatures can reach over 100°F (37.8°C) during summer months • Extreme Cold Temperatures can drop below 20°F (-6.7°C) during winter months • Thunderstorms Common during the summer monsoon season (July-September) • Wildfires Can occur in surrounding mountainous areas during dry periods |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Rio Communities is located in the Rio Grande Valley, a fertile floodplain home to diverse wildlife, including migratory birds, coyotes, and bobcats. • The Rio Grande bosque, a cottonwood forest, provides critical habitat and recreational opportunities along the river. • The area is known for its unique geology, including the Sandia Mountains to the east and the Albuquerque Basin to the west. Science • The Sandia National Laboratories, a major research facility, is located nearby and has contributed to advancements in nuclear physics, materials science, and renewable energy. • The University of New Mexico, with its renowned science and engineering programs, is also in close proximity. Personalities Dennis Hopper:The actor and director lived in Rio Communities in the 1960s and 1970s. Georgia O'Keeffe:The artist spent time in the area, painting landscapes inspired by the desert and mountains. Tony Hillerman:The mystery writer and author of the \ |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is a 242-acre park located on the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The park features a variety of habitats, including bosques, wetlands, and grasslands, and is home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and birdwatching in the park. 2.Sandia Peak Tramway is an aerial tramway that transports passengers from Albuquerque to Sandia Peak, which is located in the Sandia Mountains. The tramway offers stunning views of the city and surrounding mountains, and is a popular tourist attraction. 3.Petroglyph National Monument is a 7,200-acre park located west of Albuquerque. The park is home to over 24,000 petroglyphs, which are images carved into the rock by Native Americans. Visitors can hike, bike, or drive through the park, and can view the petroglyphs up close. |
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