February Packing List for Santa Fe — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Insulated puffer coatEssential

  The Plaza at 7000 ft sees February lows of 23°F with dry air, so a puffer coat handles the high-desert chill during evening strolls.

• Merino wool sweaterEssential

  Canyon Road artistic community requires cozy merino layers for 25°F daily swings while visiting galleries.

• Layered base topEssential

  For 30-40F daily temperature swings common year round in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

• Waterproof hiking bootsEssential

  Sangre de Cristo Mountains trails hold snow into February, demanding sturdy boots for Santa Fe National Forest hikes.

• Wool hiking socksEssential

  Hyde Memorial State Park trails stay cold and dry, so warm socks prevent discomfort on high-desert paths.

• Sturdy hiking bootsEssential

  Essential for variable terrain and snow lingering into spring on trails in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

• Sturdy hiking bootsEssential

  Essential for variable terrain and snow lingering into spring on trails in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

• Wide-brim hatEssential

  Georgia O'Keeffe Museum area has intense February sun at elevation, so a wide-brim hat protects during outdoor exploration.

• Sunscreen and lip balmEssential

  Railyard District receives relentless high-desert UV even at 48°F, requiring daily SPF application.

Clothing

• Insulated puffer coatEssential

  The Plaza at 7000 ft sees February lows of 23°F with dry air, so a puffer coat handles the high-desert chill during evening strolls.

• Merino wool sweaterEssential

  Canyon Road artistic community requires cozy merino layers for 25°F daily swings while visiting galleries.

• Long-sleeve shirtRecommended

  Palace of the Governors delivers strong UV at 48°F highs, making long sleeves essential for sun protection.

• Layered base topEssential

  For 30-40F daily temperature swings common year round in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

Footwear

• Waterproof hiking bootsEssential

  Sangre de Cristo Mountains trails hold snow into February, demanding sturdy boots for Santa Fe National Forest hikes.

• Wool hiking socksEssential

  Hyde Memorial State Park trails stay cold and dry, so warm socks prevent discomfort on high-desert paths.

• Sturdy hiking bootsEssential

  Essential for variable terrain and snow lingering into spring on trails in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

• Sturdy hiking bootsEssential

  Essential for variable terrain and snow lingering into spring on trails in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

Accessories

• Wide-brim hatEssential

  Georgia O'Keeffe Museum area has intense February sun at elevation, so a wide-brim hat protects during outdoor exploration.

• Sunscreen and lip balmEssential

  Railyard District receives relentless high-desert UV even at 48°F, requiring daily SPF application.

• Wide-brim sun hatRecommended

  Blocks intense UV at 7000 ft elevation even in shoulder seasons in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.

• Wide-brim sun hatRecommended

  Blocks intense UV at 7000 ft elevation even in shoulder seasons in Santa Fe high desert at The Plaza, Canyon Road or Sangre de Cristo trails.