Rio Rancho's Future, Present & Past
Nestled at 5,290 feet above sea level, Rio Rancho offers a mild, high desert climate perfect for sporting events, scenic tours and outdoor adventures year-round. Located in Sandoval County, New Mexico the city offers convenient and affordable access to Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and a variety of landscapes.
Rio Rancho shines with 330 days of sunshine annually and a scant 8.2 inches of annual rainfall. Learn more about Rio Rancho's exciting future, the current events and the city's history.

Spring averages: |
High: 70º |
Low: 40º |
Summer averages: |
High: 91º |
Low: 62º |
Fall averages: |
High: 71º |
Low: 43º |
Winter averages: |
High: 49º |
Low: 23º |
Rio Rancho's online photo tour displays a breathtaking array of New Mexico's fastest growing city and a vast array of scenery, culture, sporting venues and nearby destinations.
For more information about Rio Rancho's exciting future, please visit these web sites:
The Rio Rancho Convention and Visitors Bureau provides visitor guide information in pdf format for download and more information online about:

- calendar of events
- vacations and travel
- meetings and conventions
- group tours
- sports events
- tournaments
- filming locations







