Wheeler Peak
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About Wheeler Peak
Wheeler Peak is New Mexico's highest point at 13,167 feet, located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near Taos. The peak can be climbed as a challenging day hike from the Taos Ski Valley, offering spectacular views of northern New Mexico's high country. The trail passes through diverse ecosystems from montane forest to alpine tundra.
History
Named after Major George Wheeler, who led geographical surveys in the American West, Wheeler Peak was surveyed in the 1870s. The mountain is located within the Carson National Forest and has become a popular destination for hikers seeking to reach New Mexico's highest point.
Weather Forecast
Current Conditions
13°F
broken clouds
Feels like 8°F
Weather Alert
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Average
15°F
High
19°F
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7°F
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Up to 12 mph
Humidity
78%
Sunrise
1:54 PM
Sunset
11:46 PM
3 AM
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67%
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6 AM
18°F
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9 AM
17°F
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12 PM
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6°F
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20°F
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-1°F
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Up to 11 mph
Humidity
79%
Sunrise
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11:46 PM
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10°F
High
18°F
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Up to 7 mph
Humidity
84%
Sunrise
1:54 PM
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6 PM
18°F
Feels: 11°F
4 mph
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9 PM
17°F
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73%
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10°F
High
15°F
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3°F
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Up to 9 mph
Humidity
92%
Sunrise
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6 PM
15°F
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Average
7°F
High
14°F
Low
0°F
Wind
Up to 7 mph
Humidity
94%
Sunrise
1:54 PM
Sunset
11:46 PM
12 AM
7°F
Feels: -3°F
6 mph
(Gusts: 9)
99%
3 AM
6°F
Feels: -1°F
4 mph
(Gusts: 7)
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6 AM
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(Gusts: 6)
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6 PM
13°F
Feels: 3°F
7 mph
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14°F
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Average
1°F
High
1°F
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1°F
Wind
Up to 0 mph
Humidity
99%
Sunrise
1:54 PM
Sunset
11:46 PM
12 AM
1°F
Feels: 1°F
0 mph
(Gusts: 3)
99%
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