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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Lincoln County, NM

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Ruidoso, New Mexico

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Ruidoso, NM please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Ruidoso, NM

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Ruidoso, NM, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Ruidoso, New Mexico

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Lincoln County, New Mexico

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Ruidoso, New Mexico Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Semi-arid continental climate with warm summers and cool winters.
    •   Average annual precipitation: 22 inches (56 cm)
    •   Average annual snowfall: 30 inches (76 cm)
    •   Average annual temperature: 48°F (9°C)

Summer (June-August)

    •   Average high temperature: 82°F (28°C)
    •   Average low temperature: 58°F (14°C)
    •   Warm and dry with occasional thunderstorms.
    •   Monsoon season in July and August can bring heavy rainfall.

Fall (September-November)

    •   Average high temperature: 72°F (22°C)
    •   Average low temperature: 44°F (7°C)
    •   Mild and sunny with occasional precipitation.
    •   Foliage colors change in October and November.

Winter (December-February)

    •   Average high temperature: 48°F (9°C)
    •   Average low temperature: 26°F (-3°C)
    •   Cold and snowy with occasional thaws.
    •   Snowfall can be significant, especially at higher elevations.

Spring (March-May)

    •   Average high temperature: 64°F (18°C)
    •   Average low temperature: 38°F (3°C)
    •   Mild and variable with occasional precipitation.
    •   Wildflowers bloom in abundance in April and May.

Precipitation

    •   Most precipitation occurs during the summer months.
    •   Snowfall is common in the winter, especially at higher elevations.
    •   Annual precipitation can vary significantly from year to year.

Wind

    •   Prevailing wind direction is from the west.
    •   Wind speeds are typically moderate, but can be strong during thunderstorms.

Other Climate Features

    •   High altitude (7,200 feet / 2,200 meters) contributes to cool temperatures.
    •   Located in the Sierra Blanca Mountains, which can influence local weather patterns.
    •   Home to the White Sands Missile Range, which can affect weather conditions in the area.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Ruidoso sits in the Sierra Blanca Mountains, home to the world's highest concentration of endemic plant species.

    •   The area is a haven for wildlife, including black bears, elk, mountain lions, and over 200 bird species.

    •   The nearby Lincoln National Forest offers diverse ecosystems, from alpine meadows to desert grasslands.

Science

    •   Ruidoso is a hub for astronomy. The Apache Point Observatory, located nearby, houses the Sloan Digital Sky Survey telescope, one of the largest in the world.

    •   The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (NMT) has a campus in Ruidoso, specializing in engineering, science, and technology.

Personalities

    •   Billy the Kid, the infamous outlaw, is said to have frequented Ruidoso in the 1870s.

    •   Lawrence Murphy, a renowned artist, lived and worked in Ruidoso from the 1930s to the 1960s.

    •   Dr. Albert Einstein visited Ruidoso in 1931 to observe a solar eclipse.

Tourist Attractions
1.Ruidoso Winter Park:

A ski resort offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and other winter activities.

2.Lincoln National Forest:

A vast mountain wilderness with hiking trails, scenic drives, fishing, and camping opportunities.

3.Billy the Kid Scenic Byway:

A 83-mile scenic drive that follows the historic route taken by Billy the Kid, offering stunning views of the Lincoln County War.

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