Raton, New Mexico has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 33.8 °F (low) to 64.4 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 16.3 Inches. Raton is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6a. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 1 - May 10 through the first frost around Oct. 1 - Oct. 10.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.4 °F | 46.2 °F | 0.42 in. |
| February | 18.6 °F | 48.7 °F | 0.31 in. |
| March | 24.5 °F | 55.2 °F | 0.98 in. |
| April | 31.3 °F | 62.0 °F | 0.98 in. |
| May | 40.2 °F | 71.1 °F | 1.88 in. |
| June | 48.8 °F | 80.7 °F | 1.94 in. |
| July | 53.6 °F | 84.1 °F | 3.07 in. |
| August | 52.5 °F | 82.0 °F | 2.86 in. |
| September | 45.4 °F | 76.2 °F | 1.74 in. |
| October | 34.0 °F | 66.4 °F | 1.12 in. |
| November | 23.7 °F | 54.4 °F | 0.51 in. |
| December | 16.7 °F | 46.0 °F | 0.45 in. |
| Annual | 33.8 °F | 64.4 °F | 16.26 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 1 - Oct. 10 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 1 - May 10 |
| Average Days With Frost | 125-150 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 6a : -10°F to -5°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 6a : -10°F to -5°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Extreme Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |