Tucumcari travel guide
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You're Going to Love Tucumcari
With a population of 5,363, Tucumcari is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Tucumcari to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Tucumcari
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tucumcari in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Tucumcari, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Tucumcari
Plane
Although Tucumcari doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Clovis (CVN), which is located 63 miles from Tucumcari. The shortest domestic flight to Tucumcari departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Tucumcari is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 165 miles from Tucumcari. You’ll find branches of Ace and Dollar, among others, in Albuquerque.
Airports near Tucumcari
Where to stay in Tucumcari
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tristar Inn Xpress and Best Western Discovery Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Tucumcari
Most booked hotels in Tucumcari
Renting a car in Tucumcari
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Tucumcari (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.