The stunning landscape of the White Sands National Monument in New Mexico
Weather in December
December, characterized by shorter days and longer nights, sees frigid weather conditions establishing firm footing. The number of daylight hours contracts to approximately 10 hours, marking a year-round low. A slight increase in rainfall from November fulfills the month's need for moisture. With temperatures hitting a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), December brings the year full circle. Embracing the chill and festive spirit, the snow dusted dunes offer an exquisite winter landscape to behold.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
[Resources]Temperature
In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).Rainfall
In White Sands National Monument, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42 days and collects up to 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in White Sands National Monument, with 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in White Sands National Monument, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in White Sands National Monument?
White Sands National Monument's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and lows of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).
What is the usual temperature for White Sands National Monument in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in White Sands National Monument, records 56.7°F (13.7°C), while the low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).
How many days does it rain in December in White Sands National Monument?
In White Sands National Monument, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in White Sands National Monument?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically aggregated.
How much does it snow in White Sands National Monument in December?
In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, in December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in White Sands National Monument?
December has the shortest days of the year in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does White Sands National Monument have in December?
The average day length in December in White Sands National Monument is 10h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in White Sands National Monument?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
Average temperature in December
White Sands National Monument, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 56.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (97.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).
Average rainfall in December
White Sands National Monument, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.3").
Average rainfall days in December
White Sands National Monument, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March, April, May and November (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
White Sands National Monument, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 1"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average daylight in December
White Sands National Monument, NM
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA
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