June 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 June

June announces the arrival of summer, bringing along accompanying heat waves. This is easily the sunniest month at White Sands National Monument, with daylight hours peaking at approximately 14.3 hours. Dunes can become notably hot due to the intense sunlight, driving temperatures up to a blistering 97°F (36.1°C). Visitors should pack plenty of water, bucket hats and sunscreen to withstand the desert heat. Traversing the dunes under the immense New Mexico sun offers an exhilarating yet challenging experience, a hallmark of summers at the monument.

Temperature

With the start of June, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from May's hot 88.2°F (31.2°C) to a fiery hot 97°F (36.1°C). The nighttime temperature during June displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout June, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In White Sands National Monument, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42 days and collects up to 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of June in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in June?

In June, in White Sands National Monument, the average high-temperature is 97°F (36.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

How many days does it rain in June?

In White Sands National Monument, in June, during 3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In White Sands National Monument, snow does not fall in April through October.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in June in White Sands National Monument?

In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, the average day length in June is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in June?

In June, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average daylight

Average temperature in June
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average temperature in June - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average high temperature in June: 97°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 June: 58.6°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 June
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall in June - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall in June: 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 June
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in June - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall days in June: 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 June
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average snowfall in June - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average snowfall in June: 0"

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 June
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average daylight in June - White Sands National Monument, NM
  • Average daylight in June: 14h and 2min

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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