El Rito, New Mexico
El Rito: Situated in Cibola County at an elevation of 5656 feet, this unincorporated community lies within the high desert mesa landscape west of Albuquerque.
About
El Rito is a city located in the county of Cibola in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about El Rito
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Cibola County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.9992,-107.3000 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 22:19:25 (6th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 87530 |
| Weather | 37℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
El Rito is located at 34°59'57"N 107°18'0"W (34.9992100, -107.3000400).
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Weather
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 to 5 mph NE
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day Forecast
El Rito zip code is 87530.
County name: Rio Arriba, County
fips: 35039
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to El Rito, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188021 | New Mexico State University-Grants | Grants (NM) | 87020-2025 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to El Rito, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABQ | Alvarado Transportation Center | 320 First Street SW | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to El Rito.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Post Office | Laguna (NM) | 87026 |