What is today's weather forecast for Fort Stanton, NM?

Today's forecast for Fort Stanton shows a high of 74 degrees and a low of 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Fort Stanton, NM?

The 7-day forecast for Fort Stanton shows highs from 64 to 74 degrees and lows from 40 to 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Fort Stanton, NM this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Fort Stanton this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (23% chance), Thursday (41% chance).

How accurate is the Fort Stanton weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Fort Stanton forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Fort Stanton, NM Weather Forecast and Current Conditions (88323)

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

48°F
Feels Like 47°F

Humidity 40% Dew Point 25°F Wind W 3 MPH Barometer 30.31 in.769.9 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 Visibility 10 mi.

Report from 2.3 miles S of central Fort Stanton
at 5:15 AM Wed, Oct 22, 2025

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

48°F
Feels Like 47°F

Humidity 40% Dew Point 25°F Wind W 3 MPH Barometer 30.31 in.769.9 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 Visibility 10 mi.

Report from 2.3 miles S of central Fort Stanton
at 5:15 AM Wed, Oct 22, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

WedOct 22

74°

51°

ThuOct 23

40%

69°

43°

FriOct 24

65°

40°

SatOct 25

65°

44°

SunOct 26

69°

45°

MonOct 27

68°

43°

TueOct 28

64°

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Cooling trend continues with high temperatures dropping from 74°F to 64°F. Mostly dry conditions with only one day showing rain chances.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 3°F below the historical average for October. Normal highs for this period are around 71°F with lows around 39°F.

This Date in Weather History

1988 - A "nor'easter" swept across the coast of New England. Winds gusted to 75 mph, and large waves and high tides caused extensive shoreline flooding. A heavy wet snow blanketed much of eastern New York State, with a foot of snow reported in Lewis County.

Fort Stanton 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Wednesday Oct 22

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. West wind 5 to 10 mph.

Night: Isolated rain showers before 3am, then isolated showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Thursday Oct 23

Day: Scattered rain showers before 9am, then scattered showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 69. Southwest wind 5 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.