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Santa Fe Weather

By Jay Faught July 25, 2025
I dove into the data to find out if the frequency of tornadoes are actually increasing in Santa Fe County.
Santa Fe Highs
By Jay Faught July 11, 2025
Santa Fe may not be a sprawling metropolis, but its unique topography gives it a surprising range of microclimates.
By Jay Faught July 6, 2025
A rare combination of tropical moisture, stalled thunderstorms, and rugged Hill Country terrain created the perfect setup for catastrophe. I broke down the weather ingredients that led to this deadly flash flood.
By Jay Faught June 18, 2025
If you've been in Santa Fe for any period of time, you've already encountered the summer monsoon. But do you know what it really is and how much we depend on it?
By Jay Faught June 15, 2025
On a personal note for this Father’s Day, I want to take a moment to recognize and honor my late father, Wendell Faught (1929–1998).
By Jay Faught May 30, 2025
Your safety comes first, and I want to be sure you know where to turn during severe weather.
By Jay Faught May 17, 2025
A dust devil is a small, rotating column of air that picks up dust, sand, and debris as it spins across the ground.
By Jay Faught May 11, 2025
Santa Fe’s skies have long held fascination and importance for its residents—from farmers planning their planting season to tourists hoping for sunny strolls down Canyon Road. But where did Santa Fe’s weather records begin, and how have the official observations changed over time?
By Jay Faught May 5, 2025
May is often one of our drier months in Santa Fe, so what is causing us to have several days of rain? It's called the Omega Block.
By Jay Faught May 2, 2025
It won't be raining all the time and there will be a lot of moments this weekend when the weather is very nice. But there is a chance for some decent rain over the next few days. Let's break it down.