White Sands National Park in April
In April, White Sands National Park averages a high of 79°F and a low of 41°F, with 0.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 78,000 people visit, the 2nd busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 12 hours 57 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 79° / 41°F
- Precipitation
- 0.3in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 12h 57m
- Visitors
- 78,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: January (moderate), February (moderate) and November (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Mtn Park, NM at 6,804 ft averages a April high of 66°F and a low of 38°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at White Sands Natl Mon, NM, 8.8 miles from the park's center, 4,006 ft. Second station higher up: Mtn Park, NM, 6,804 ft, 32 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 74° / 49° | Busy | Mild |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 76° / 49° | Busy | Mild |
| Petrified Forest National Park | 68° / 35° | Busy | Mild |
| Saguaro National Park | 82° / 39° | Busy | Hot |
| Big Bend National Park | 82° / 54° | Busy | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: White Sands National Park on nps.gov
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