New Mexico in June
Mar 31st, 2011, 05:11 AM
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New Mexico in June
I am at the beginning stage of planning a trip to New Mexico in mid June. I know we will want to visit Albuquerque and Santa Fe, maybe Taos also.
What kind of weather can we expect in mid June? Will it be too hot for hiking (easy trails only!)
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What kind of weather can we expect in mid June? Will it be too hot for hiking (easy trails only!)
Thanks
Mar 31st, 2011, 05:24 AM
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Where are you coming from? A bigger issue will be altitude and dryness.
The days here always start off cool and grow hotter as the day progresses. You might start the day needing jeans and a sweatshirt and by the end of the day, be in shorts and T shirt. Dressing in layers is key.
You can do your hiking in the early morning to avoid potential heat.
It is cooler the higher in elevation and also as you head further north. Santa Fe is a bit cooler than ABQ and Taos is cooler still, could even be spring like weather.
You do not sweat here, as it is so dry. sweat evaporates instantly. While that sounds great, it means you often don't realize that your body temp is increasing.
It is super IMPORTANT to drink LOTS of water and never hike with twice as much water as you think you will need. A hat, sunscreen, chapstick is crucial.
If you come from sea level, it is always best to acclimate to altitude for a few days to let your body adjust. Even walking around can be tough for some folks. Even if you are in GREAT shape at home, that may not be the case here.
You are looking for "easy" trails, what does that mean to you? Flat, no gain in elevation ??
All these warnings are not meant to scare you off - it is meant to ensure you have the best possible time. The trade off for all the warnings is time spent in an absolutely beautiful part of the country.
If I can help with anything else, ask away!
The days here always start off cool and grow hotter as the day progresses. You might start the day needing jeans and a sweatshirt and by the end of the day, be in shorts and T shirt. Dressing in layers is key.
You can do your hiking in the early morning to avoid potential heat.
It is cooler the higher in elevation and also as you head further north. Santa Fe is a bit cooler than ABQ and Taos is cooler still, could even be spring like weather.
You do not sweat here, as it is so dry. sweat evaporates instantly. While that sounds great, it means you often don't realize that your body temp is increasing.
It is super IMPORTANT to drink LOTS of water and never hike with twice as much water as you think you will need. A hat, sunscreen, chapstick is crucial.
If you come from sea level, it is always best to acclimate to altitude for a few days to let your body adjust. Even walking around can be tough for some folks. Even if you are in GREAT shape at home, that may not be the case here.
You are looking for "easy" trails, what does that mean to you? Flat, no gain in elevation ??
All these warnings are not meant to scare you off - it is meant to ensure you have the best possible time. The trade off for all the warnings is time spent in an absolutely beautiful part of the country.
If I can help with anything else, ask away!
Mar 31st, 2011, 05:29 AM
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I didn't address weather, for temps you can check out http://www.wunderground.com/ for highs and lows. The temps really do drop 20 - 30 degrees when the sun goes down. It should be brilliant blue skies with abundant sunshine. We haven't had much rain [2 months since last rain here in ABQ] and we have drought conditions, so rain shouldn't be an issue. If it does rain, tends to be later in the day, doesn't last long [rarely full, rainy days here] and when it stops raining everything dries up, the air is fresh and clean. There is virtually little to no humidity here, so plan on using lots of lotion and chapstick.
Mar 31st, 2011, 10:50 AM
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Debit, thanks for your reply. We are coming from New Jersey, just outside of New York so I realize that altitude must be considered.
By easy trails I am referring to minimal elevation gain rather than length of trail. Do such walks/hikes exist? Do you have suggestions?
By easy trails I am referring to minimal elevation gain rather than length of trail. Do such walks/hikes exist? Do you have suggestions?
