Santa Fe Winter Guide: The Best of Santa Fe, NM in Winter!2 min read

You might be asking yourself, “does Santa Fe experience a winter season?”

Yes, Santa Fe surely does have winter! For some hearing that there is winter in New Mexico comes as a surprise but Santa Fe being at more than 7,200 ft of elevation does indeed experience winter.

Now that you know, bundle up and enjoy some of these amazing things to do in Santa Fe in the Winter!

Ski at Ski Santa Fe

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Don’t let the desert label fool you, Santa Fe is home to some incredible winter activities!

First things first, Ski Santa Fe is only 30 minutes from downtown Santa Fe and is quietly a top Ski Resort to enjoy when winter comes rolling in.

Sledding at Hyde Memorial Park

Hyde Memorial Park is an excellent place for families to visit when visiting Santa Fe in the winter.

Not only is it close to town but it’s guaranteed to bring a smile to the whole crews face.

Explore Amazing Santa Fe Museums

With an abundance of amazing museums, winter is a perfect time to explore the museum scene here in the city different.

Some notable ones to visit for sure:

  • Georgia O Keefe
  • New Mexico History Museum

Spa Days at Ten Thousand Waves

Ten Thousand Waves is an amazing place to unwind and let it all slip away. This Santa Fe spa is tucked away up in the hillsides of the city and is even more magical when the temperatures drop.

Outspire Snowshoeing

Don’t have the gear or want a guided snowshoeing tour in Santa Fe?

Check out Outspire Snowshoeing!

What else should you know about Santa Fe Winters?

  • Most snowfall melts in the city and creates a very slushy environment
  • Bigger storms might have their snow linger around a bit longer just dependent on temperatures
  • There are some pretty chilly evenings and days but largely most days are enjoyable with a jacket and some gloves!

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