November weather forecast
White Sands National Monument, NM

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The stunning landscape of the White Sands National Monument in New Mexico
The stunning landscape of the White Sands National Monument in New Mexico

Weather in November

November comfortably slips into chilly weather, reinforcing the onset of winter. White Sands National Monument experiences noticeable temperature drops and further reduction in daylight hours, driving the winter narrative. Rainfall becomes brief and sparse, foregrounding frosty conditions. A significant drop in temperatures is observed, with the mercury sliding down to a cool 66°F (18.9°C). The changing weather brings forth stark contrasts, making the dunes come alive in the soft winter light.

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during November reduces from October's warm 79°F (26.1°C) to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). With a significant daily temperature differential, White Sands National Monument's nighttime temperature in November falls to an average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Rainfall

In White Sands National Monument, during November, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 42 rainfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. November is the first month it typically snows in White Sands National Monument. Throughout November, White Sands National Monument receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In White Sands National Monument, the average length of the day in November is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of November in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MST to MDT.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in White Sands National Monument in November?

The high-temperature, in November, in White Sands National Monument, records 66°F (18.9°C), while the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

How many days does it rain in November in White Sands National Monument?

In White Sands National Monument, during November, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in White Sands National Monument?

November is the first month it typically snows in White Sands National Monument. Throughout November, White Sands National Monument receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does White Sands National Monument have in November?

The average day length in November in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in White Sands National Monument?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in November in White Sands National Monument?

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in White Sands National Monument, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.
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Average temperature in November
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average temperature in November - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average high temperature in November: 66°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 November: 28°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).

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Average rainfall in November
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall in November - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.3").

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Average rainfall days in November
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in November - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall days in November: 2 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).

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Average snowfall in November
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average snowfall in November - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.2"

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").

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Average daylight in November
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average daylight in November - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 3min

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).

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