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Things to see in Socorro, New Mexico (United States): 5 places and when to go
Socorro, New Mexico is a town in United States, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly History (3), Stargazing (1), Temples (1). The best known are Langmuir Laboratory for Atmospheric Research, San Miguel de Socorro and Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 34.0621, -106.899
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · Stargazing (1) · Temples (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 1,062 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Casa Blanca Bed and Breakfast, at 1,392 m.
What to see in Socorro, New Mexico
The places in and around Socorro, New Mexico, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Langmuir Laboratory for Atmospheric ResearchLaboratory in New Mexico, United States28 km
- San Miguel de SocorroChurch building in Socorro, United States of America514 m
- Sevilleta National Wildlife RefugeWildlife refuge in New Mexico, United States28 km
- Casa Blanca Bed and BreakfastHistory17 km
- Socorro Old Town B & BHistory606 m
When to go to Socorro, New Mexico
The best time to visit Socorro, New Mexico is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:58
- FebPossible10:47
- MarBest time11:45
- AprBest time12:51
- MayBest time13:46
- JunBest time14:15
- JulBest time14:04
- AugBest time13:16
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:07
- NovPossible10:11
- DecPossible9:44
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44. In April, 4 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Socorro, New Mexico
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 1,062 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Albuquerque, New Mexico45 places118 km
- Sandia Park6 places134 km
- Ruidoso6 places140 km
- Alamogordo, New Mexico9 places156 km
- Las Cruces, New Mexico14 places195 km
- Santa Fe, New Mexico21 places201 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Socorro, New Mexico?
The best known: Langmuir Laboratory for Atmospheric Research, San Miguel de Socorro, Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Socorro, New Mexico?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44.
How do you get to Socorro, New Mexico?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 1,062 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Socorro, New Mexico as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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