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The Red River rushing through a rocky canyon pinch near Red River, New Mexico.

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Saturday is starting partly cloudy and cool in Red River, near 38 degrees this morning after a 7:17 AM sunrise, but this is a day to plan wildlife and scenery around the weather. A Flood Watch is in effect from 6 AM today until 6 AM Sunday, thunderstorms are expected by midday, and the high will only reach about 49, with rain very likely through the afternoon and evening and a low near 36 tonight. Sunset comes at 6:13 PM. The best window for being outdoors is this morning, in waterproof layers, before the storms build.

Read more about Wild and Wet: Elk, Late Color, and a Rain-Soaked Saturday in Red River

The town of Red River along Main Street in its mountain valley, in a 2009 photograph.

Friday, October 23, 2026

Friday is starting cool and damp in Red River, with a partly cloudy morning near 42 degrees, no weather alerts in effect, and afternoon showers on the way to a high near 57. Rain is likely tonight, with a low near 38, so pack the waterproof layers if you are arriving today and plan on a cozy Main Street evening. Sunset comes at 6:14 PM, and the late-season color still hanging on in the canyon should look rich in the wet light between showers.

Read more about Red River Weekend Preview: A Wet, Cool Weekend with Balloons Over Taos

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Read more about Red River Road Conditions: Quiet Local Roads, Rainy Drive-In Corridors

Autumn cottonwoods in gold color fill the valley floor looking toward the mouth of Red River Canyon near Questa, with forested Sangre de Cristo slopes rising on both sides.

Clear skies, a high near 60, and peak golden aspens frame this Saturday on the Enchanted Circle, with elk bugling in the valleys and sunset arriving at 6:22 p.m.

Read more about Golden Valleys and Bugling Elk: A Sunny Saturday on the Enchanted Circle

A sliced brisket sandwich with a cup of barbecue sauce at Shotgun Willie's Cafe in Red River.

For over 20 years, Shotgun Willie's Cafe at 403 West Main Street has been a Red River institution, serving hearty breakfasts from 7 to 11 a.m. and barbecue lunches.

Read more about Wednesday Spotlight: Shotgun Willie's Cafe on Main Street

The Bobcat Pass summit sign on NM-38 at 9,820 feet on the Continental Divide above Red River.

Mountain roads are dry and open across the Enchanted Circle this Tuesday, with no reported closures and gusty southwest winds near 30 mph tugging at high-profile vehicles.

Read more about Red River Road Conditions: Dry Enchanted Circle, Gusty Winds, and a Midweek Chill Ahead

Autumn cottonwoods fill the valley at the mouth of Red River Canyon near Questa in fall.

WorldAtlas named Red River among New Mexico's best small towns for fall, praising its 8,750-foot aspens that turn early in September and hold their gold into October.

Read more about National Spotlight: WorldAtlas Names Red River Among New Mexico's Best Small Towns for Fall

Dusty didn’t pass away; instead, he set out for Red River, in search of calm waters, quiet days, and the promise of a good catch.

Read more about Dusty Didn’t Pass Away

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