West & Rockies Region•Capital: Santa Fe
New Mexico Snow Day Predictor
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New Mexico high elevation (Santa Fe is over 7,000 feet) means significant winter snowfall occurs in northern and mountainous portions of the state.
Typical Closure Threshold
3 to 6 inches (Santa Fe / Mountains: 6 to 10 inches)
Climate Classification
High Desert & Southern Rocky Mountain
Average Annual Snow Days
3–15 days
New Mexico Cities & School Districts
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Department of Transportation Plowing Operations
NMDOT prioritizes I-25, I-40, and mountain passes around Taos and Santa Fe.
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School Closure Decision Framework
Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) and Santa Fe Public Schools frequently use 2-hour delays to allow morning sunshine to clear roadways.
New Mexico Snow Day FAQs
Q:Does Albuquerque Public Schools have snow days?
Yes, APS covers both the valley and the East Mountains; East Mountain schools frequently close or delay even when valley streets are wet.