Weather in Ruidoso Downs, NM
Updated 2026-09-26 10:00 local time · ZIP codes 88346
Sunny
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 9%).
It feels like 60°F with winds near 10 mph.
70°F, 1% rain chance and 12 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 20 mph.
Current temperature is 66°F, wind 10 mph, rain chance up to 9%.
UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Ruidoso Downs
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.
Ruidoso Downs is part of the West weather region. The forecast point is near 33.33°N latitude and 105.60°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.
Ruidoso Downs weather today
Sunny and 66°F in Ruidoso Downs, NM. Today's high is 71°F with a 3% rain chance. Winds are around 10 mph with gusts near 13 mph. Relative humidity is 49%, pressure is 30.06 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Ruidoso Downs
Sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 06:54 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 73°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 9%.