Elk, New Mexico
Elk: Situated at 5,843 feet in Chaves County, this rural community lies along the Rio Peñasco in the eastern foothills of the Sacramento Mountains in southeastern New Mexico.
About
Elk is a city located in the county of Chaves in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Elk
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Chaves County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.9432,-105.3344 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 01:41:17 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 37℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Elk is located at 32°56'35"N 105°20'4"W (32.9431500, -105.3344300).
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Weather
37°F
Rain Showers Likely
5 mph NE
Friday Night
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
7-Day Forecast
Yorktown
Closest post offices linked to Elk.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mayhill Post Office | Mayhill (NM) | 88339 |
Other cities in Chaves County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chaves County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell | 47,596 | A city in Chaves County, New Mexico. |
| Dexter | 1,244 | Town in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States |
| Hagerman | 1,226 | City in Gooding County, Idaho, United States |