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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Newport vs Taos: weather in June

Taos is the clear winner for sun in June: 64% of days historically clear versus just 26% in Newport — a 38-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Newport also sees measurably more rain than Taos this month (32% vs 14% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific June. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Newport

RI

Clear days, June
26%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
71°F
Early June (1st–15th)
15%
Late June (16th–end)
37%
Rain frequency
32% of days

Taos

NM

Clear days, June
64%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
82°F
Early June (1st–15th)
63%
Late June (16th–end)
65%
Rain frequency
14% of days

Frequently asked

Is Newport or Taos warmer in June?

Taos runs warmer by day in June. Newport averages highs of 71°F (highs n=240 days); Taos averages highs of 82°F (highs n=240 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Newport or Taos in June?

Newport is measurably wetter than Taos. Days with measurable rain: Newport 32%, Taos 14% (n=240 and n=240 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in June, Newport or Taos?

Taos is the clear winner for sun in June: 64% of days historically clear versus just 26% in Newport — a 38-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Newport also sees measurably more rain than Taos this month (32% vs 14% of days). This isn't close.

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All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.