Barometric Pressure in Las Cruces, New Mexico, US

The pressure in Las Cruces, United States is predicted to slowly drop over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 884.1 hPa today, which is lower than normal.

Weather prediction: Expect more wet and unsettled conditions

The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Las Cruces is 7 hPa, with a low of 881.4 hPa and a high of 888.4 hPa. The daily average here is lower than in most cities around the world.

Forecast

Weather systems like storms and fronts moving into Las Cruces cause changes in barometric pressure. Pressure drops when a low-pressure system approaches and rises when a high-pressure system arrives.

Las Cruces's high elevation and surrounding mountains affect atmospheric pressure, making it vary significantly. The nearby Sierra Nevada and San Andreas Mountains influence air pressure and its changes.

In winter, pressure is usually higher due to high-pressure systems. In summer, pressure is lower due to low-pressure systems and monsoon storms. Spring and fall bring average pressure levels.

Las Cruces has a desert climate, which means big temperature changes and low humidity. This leads to big pressure fluctuations, making the weather feel very different from day to day.