Roswell travel guide
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You're Going to Love Roswell
With a population of 48,366, Roswell 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 Roswell to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Roswell
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Roswell 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 23 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 2.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Roswell, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.
How to Get to Roswell
Plane
When flying to Roswell, you’ll arrive at Roswell Intl (ROW), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Roswell departs from Houston and takes around 3h 59m.
Car
Another option to get to Roswell is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 168 miles from Roswell. You’ll find branches of Ace and Hertz, among others, in Albuquerque.
Bus
Roswell’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Roswell
Where to stay in Roswell
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Roswell and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roswell.
Where to stay in popular areas of Roswell
Most booked hotels in Roswell
Renting a car in Roswell
Renting a car in Roswell costs $71 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Roswell Intl.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Roswell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Roswell, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.
Best car rental deals in Roswell
Economy
2 Adults, 2 Bags
$60/day
Intermediate SUV
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$60/day