Weather in Capitan, NM
Updated 2026-09-26 10:00 local time · ZIP codes 88316
Sunny
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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68°10% rain3-day weather forecast
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 10%).
It feels like 67°F with winds near 6 mph.
69°F, 2% rain chance and 3 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 15 mph.
Current temperature is 69°F, wind 6 mph, rain chance up to 10%.
UV index is 3. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Capitan
New Mexico is generally dry and sunny, but elevation strongly changes local temperatures. Summer monsoon thunderstorms can bring brief heavy rain, lightning and flash-flood risk.
Capitan is part of the West weather region. The forecast point is near 33.55°N latitude and 105.57°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Capitan weather today
Sunny and 69°F in Capitan, NM. Today's high is 79°F with a 4% rain chance. Winds are around 6 mph with gusts near 8 mph. Relative humidity is 62%, pressure is 30.03 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Capitan
Sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 06:54 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 80°F and a low near 62°F. The maximum rain chance is 5%.