Lake Van, New Mexico
Lake Van: Situated in the semi-arid Pecos River valley of Chaves County at an elevation of 3432 feet, this small natural sinkhole lake serves as a local recreational resource.
About
Lake Van is a city located in the county of Chaves in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Lake Van
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Chaves County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.1934,-104.3572 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 11:20:59 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 38℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Lake Van is located at 33°11'36"N 104°21'26"W (33.1934400, -104.3571900).
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Weather
38°F
Mostly Clear
0 to 10 mph N
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 38. North wind 0 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lake Van, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187666 | Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus | Roswell (NM) | 88202-6000 |
| 187912 | New Mexico Military Institute | Roswell (NM) | 88201-5173 |
Closest post offices linked to Lake Van.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dexter Post Office | Dexter (NM) | 88230 |
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 |