Tecolote, New Mexico has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 35.9 °F (low) to 67.4 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 17.5 Inches. Tecolote is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6b. 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 | 19.4 °F | 47.9 °F | 0.61 in. |
| February | 21.6 °F | 51.7 °F | 0.51 in. |
| March | 26.9 °F | 59.0 °F | 0.78 in. |
| April | 32.9 °F | 66.3 °F | 0.87 in. |
| May | 41.7 °F | 74.8 °F | 1.3 in. |
| June | 50.5 °F | 84.8 °F | 2.16 in. |
| July | 55.5 °F | 86.6 °F | 3.12 in. |
| August | 54.1 °F | 84.5 °F | 3.28 in. |
| September | 46.7 °F | 78.9 °F | 2.03 in. |
| October | 35.9 °F | 69.2 °F | 1.42 in. |
| November | 25.6 °F | 57.5 °F | 0.66 in. |
| December | 19.4 °F | 47.8 °F | 0.79 in. |
| Annual | 35.9 °F | 67.4 °F | 17.53 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 6b : -5°F to 0°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 6a : -10°F to -5°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Severe Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |