New Mexico is known for its dry desert climate, but every once in a while, the Land of Enchantment becomes a winter wonderland. We’ve had many blizzards and snow storms in recent years, but the temperatures never got quite as cold as they did in February 1951. Let’s take a closer look at the coldest day in New Mexico.

On February 1, 1951, the city of Gavilan reached a record that has yet to be broken. Temperatures dipped to -50 degrees Fahrenheit!
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This idyllic image of snow-covered White Sands National Park might look enchanting, but it felt absolutely frigid on February 1, 1951!
Even the infamous 2015 blizzard didn't see temperatures that low.
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This two-day blizzard in New Mexico saw 60 mph winds and 12-foot-tall snowdrifts.
You might think cold temperatures and snowfall sounds fun, but driving through it is another story.
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Most New Mexico residents were confined to their houses until the weather calmed down.
Snow drifts like these are no fun to deal with!
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But the 2015 blizzard was nowhere near as intense as the New Mexico snow storm of 1967
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This massive blizzard reached a new record -- The state got a whopping 41 inches of snow!
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That's too much snow for even the most practiced skiers!
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It makes New Mexico's hottest temperatures feel like a distant memory. Fun fact: New Mexico's hottest day on record is June 27, 1994 -- temperatures climbed to 122 degrees Fahrenheit!
We definitely have some wild weather in New Mexico!
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What’s the coldest temperature you’ve ever experienced in New Mexico? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

Don’t let the snow storms of the past deter you from enjoying a bit of winter magic! If you’re looking for some fun, pay a visit to the snowiest town in New Mexico.

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