Tejon, NM
Historical community (former settlement) in Sandoval County, New Mexico
Tejon is a historical community (former settlement) in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It is 4.4 miles W of Placitas, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 87043.
Tejon at a glance
- State
- New Mexico
- County
- Sandoval County
- ZIP code
- 87043
- Nearest town
- Placitas (4.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 35.3300, -106.3647
Weather in Tejon now
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Tejon weather by the hour
Tejon weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Tejon.
This week in Tejon
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Tejon
What is the weather usually like in Tejon?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 10.9 inprecipitation per year · 276 mm
- 10.7 insnowfall per year · 27 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Tejon: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station PLACITAS 4W, NM US (USC00296911), adjusted for the elevation of Tejon.
Tejon weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Tejon through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:17 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:49 PM | 10 h 59 min |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:14 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:39 PM | 13 h 8 min |
| May | 5:59 AM | 8:04 PM | 14 h 4 min |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:23 PM | 14 h 34 min |
| July | 6:00 AM | 8:22 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| August | 6:23 AM | 7:55 PM | 13 h 31 min |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:13 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:10 AM | 6:31 PM | 11 h 20 min |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:00 PM | 10 h 21 min |
| December | 7:05 AM | 4:55 PM | 9 h 50 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Denver).
What is the weather like in Tejon?
Tejon has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-5°C).
It gets about 10.9 inches (276 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 11 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Tejon is April–May and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Tejon
The closest live webcam is Federal Aviation Administration › East: Sandia Peak Ski Area, 10.0 miles S of Tejon.
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Questions about Tejon
Where is Tejon, NM?
Tejon is a historical community (former settlement) in Sandoval County, New Mexico, 4.4 miles W of Placitas.
What county is Tejon in?
Tejon is in Sandoval County, New Mexico.
What is the ZIP code of Tejon, NM?
The ZIP code for Tejon is 87043.
What is the nearest town to Tejon?
Placitas, 4.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Tejon?
Yes. The closest is Federal Aviation Administration › East: Sandia Peak Ski Area, 10.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Tejon?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Tejon?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-5°C).
How much does it rain in Tejon?
About 10.9 inches (276 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Tejon?
Yes, about 11 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Tejon?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Tejon have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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