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 December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
Temperature
December stands out as White Sands National Monument's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).Rainfall
In White Sands National Monument, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 42 rainfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in White Sands National Monument. December is the month with the most snowfall, with 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest?
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), December stands out as the coldest month.
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 much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month?
December is the month with the most snowfall in White Sands National Monument, with 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated snow.
How much does it snow in December?
In White Sands National Monument, in December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does White Sands National Monument have in December?
In White Sands National Monument, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
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, 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
Weather forecast for your location
1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location
2. Allow the app to use your location