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Hiking boots for Santa Fe in December

Verdict

Optional

Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

Why

Santa Fe in December averages highs of 43°F, lows of 19°F, 4 rainy days.

That climate makes hiking boots a judgment call. Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

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