Santa Fe Season by Season

Planning a visit to Santa Fe? While Summer is high tourist time, every season has something to offer in this vibrant and eclectic New Mexican city! Read on for season-specific tips to make the most of your time in Santa Fe.

Spring

Spring in Santa Fe is typically cool, dry, and windy, although it’s not unusual to have the occasional snow shower in March or even April. With almost three hundred days of sun year-round, Spring is typically Santa Fe’s sunniest season, so be prepared for clear skies, warm sun, and plenty of northern New Mexican charm.

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How to Spring Break in Santa Fe
How to Spring Break in Santa Fe

Planning a Santa Fe spring break trip? Don’t miss our list of recommendations on where to ski, where to drink, what to eat, and, most importantly of all, what the weather will be like

3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction
3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction

Scenic byways showcase Northern New Mexico’s rugged beauty, protected areas offer outdoor thrills, and rich cultural experiences make day trips from The City Different worth the drive. Here's a look at a few of our favorite routes.

Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes
Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes

For visitors who can tear themselves away from the endless dining, cultural, and historical attractions in Santa Fe, a hike is a great way to experience the natural beauty of our region. Even if you only have a couple hours, there are a number of nearby, short hikes with incredible and varied scenery.

Summer

Summer is Santa Fe’s busiest season, with travelers coming from all over the world to experience the magic of the “City Different.” The weather is hot and dry in June, followed by the afternoon storms of monsoon season in July, August, and early September. While the days may be warm, the nights are usually pleasantly cool thanks to the high elevation. The summer season also features Santa Fe’s world-famous art markets and opera performances.

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How to Experience the Santa Fe Opera
How to Experience the Santa Fe Opera

Whether you’re a dedicated fan traveling to Santa Fe specifically for its world-class operas, or just happen to be in town during the season, the Santa Fe Opera is an experience that you won’t want to miss!

Santa Fe’s Indian Market: Everything You Need To Know
Santa Fe’s Indian Market: Everything You Need To Know

Whether you’re looking for an exclusive new piece for your art collection or are simply interested in a one-of-a-kind experience focused on native culture and art, Indian Market is a unique Santa Fe event. At once a world-famous art market and a bustling festival with entertainment for all ages, Indian Market has a little something for everyone. If you’re visiting Santa Fe in August, it’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Guide to Santa Fe’s Famous Art Markets
Guide to Santa Fe’s Famous Art Markets

If you’re an art aficionado, then Santa Fe has a wealth of options for you, from hole in the wall galleries to bustling outdoor events. Drawing huge crowds of locals and tourists alike, these markets are famed for their wide variety and authentic flair.

Beat the Heat: Where to Eat, Drink, and Cool Off During June in Santa Fe
Beat the Heat: Where to Eat, Drink, and Cool Off During June in Santa Fe

While July and August often see more visitors, June is a great time to visit Santa Fe! With the monsoon season still a few weeks away, however, northern New Mexico is often still warm, sunny, and dry. Despite the heat, Santa Fe still has a ton to offer. Here are our recommendations to stay cool and make the most of Santa Fe in June

The Five Best Things About Summer in Santa Fe
The Five Best Things About Summer in Santa Fe

Whether you prefer to hit the trails, cool off at a lake, or spend your days event-hopping, there no shortage of ways to spend a perfect summer in Santa Fe. We share five of our favorite things about the season in the City Different.

3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction
3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction

Scenic byways showcase Northern New Mexico’s rugged beauty, protected areas offer outdoor thrills, and rich cultural experiences make day trips from The City Different worth the drive. Here's a look at a few of our favorite routes.

Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes
Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes

For visitors who can tear themselves away from the endless dining, cultural, and historical attractions in Santa Fe, a hike is a great way to experience the natural beauty of our region. Even if you only have a couple hours, there are a number of nearby, short hikes with incredible and varied scenery.

Fall

Fall in New Mexico means the scent of roasting green chile, the stunning golden foliage of aspen groves, and pleasantly cool, crisp days perfect for exploring. Fall brings comfortably cool weather, along with chilly nights and the first few flurries of snow in November and December. The autumn season is a great time to get to know the city, with less of the hustle and bustle of a summer visit.

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How to Spend Fall in Santa Fe
How to Spend Fall in Santa Fe

Fall is one of the best times to visit Santa Fe. The city is quieter, the weather is perfect, and there’s plenty to do whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, stellar food and drink, art and culture, or just pure relaxation. If you’re thinking of visiting Santa Fe in the Fall, check out our tips for where to go, what to do, where to eat, and more!

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta - What to Know Before You Go
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta - What to Know Before You Go

The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is a sight to behold. For nine days each October, multicolored balloons light up the early morning sky in a magical display that draws visitors from all over the globe. These enormous hot air balloons soar through the vast New Mexico skies, delighting locals and tourists alike. The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is the largest hot air ballooning event in the world, with over 500 hot air balloons launched each year. The event also features food, drink, live music, weekday and evening events, and much more!

Fall Flavors: Where to Find Santa Fe's Best Seasonal Food
Fall Flavors: Where to Find Santa Fe's Best Seasonal Food

Fall in Santa Fe is a special time of year. From the sights and smells of the changing season, to savory autumnal flavors, we share our favorite places to enjoy the sunny days and crisp nights.

3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction
3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction

Scenic byways showcase Northern New Mexico’s rugged beauty, protected areas offer outdoor thrills, and rich cultural experiences make day trips from The City Different worth the drive. Here's a look at a few of our favorite routes.

Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes
Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes

For visitors who can tear themselves away from the endless dining, cultural, and historical attractions in Santa Fe, a hike is a great way to experience the natural beauty of our region. Even if you only have a couple hours, there are a number of nearby, short hikes with incredible and varied scenery.

Winter

Even in Santa Fe’s high desert clime, we still get plenty of snow! Winter in Santa Fe is a ski-lover’s paradise, with sunny slopes in the nearby Santa Fe Ski Basin, as well as short drives away in Taos and Los Alamos. The strong New Mexican sun will warm you up during the day, and Santa Fe’s many art, culture, and fine dining options will keep you entertained all night long.

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The Definitive Guide to Santa Fe Restaurant Week - 2019 Edition
The Definitive Guide to Santa Fe Restaurant Week - 2019 Edition

It’s here again - Santa Fe Restaurant Week is our favorite time of year to check out some of Santa Fe’s newer restaurants (as well as revisiting old favorites) we thought it would be a great time to check in and give everyone the down low on Santa Fe Restaurant Week. Here it goes…

The Most Romantic Restaurants in Santa Fe - Where to Eat This Valentine's Day
The Most Romantic Restaurants in Santa Fe - Where to Eat This Valentine's Day

Though it’s hard to go wrong with love in the capital of The Land of Enchantment, here are a few of our faves for a perfectly amorous Valentines. 

Apres Ski: Where to Find Cozy Fireside Dining and Drinks Santa Fe
Apres Ski: Where to Find Cozy Fireside Dining and Drinks Santa Fe

There are a host of compelling reasons to visit Santa Fe.  The rich culture, huge blue skies, the bright food and the welcoming people to name a few. 

But for some of us it’s just something in the air - the smell of piñon!

3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction
3 Stunning Day Trips from Santa Fe: An Adventure in Every Direction

Scenic byways showcase Northern New Mexico’s rugged beauty, protected areas offer outdoor thrills, and rich cultural experiences make day trips from The City Different worth the drive. Here's a look at a few of our favorite routes.

How to Spend Winter in Santa Fe: Snow, Spas, and Chocolate
How to Spend Winter in Santa Fe: Snow, Spas, and Chocolate

With a plethora of indoor and outdoor cold-weather activities, Santa Fe is a great place to visit in the winter. Hit the slopes, chill out at a Japanese-style spa, or sample the city's best craft beer - check out our mini guide for winter getaway ideas!

Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes
Santa Fe's Best Short Hikes

For visitors who can tear themselves away from the endless dining, cultural, and historical attractions in Santa Fe, a hike is a great way to experience the natural beauty of our region. Even if you only have a couple hours, there are a number of nearby, short hikes with incredible and varied scenery.

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