White Sands National Park in February
In February, White Sands National Park averages a high of 63°F and a low of 27°F, with 0.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 43,000 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 10 hours 58 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 63° / 27°F
- Precipitation
- 0.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 10h 58m
- Visitors
- 43,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
February is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with moderate crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Mtn Park, NM at 6,804 ft averages a February high of 52°F and a low of 28°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 February
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 59° / 36° | Moderate | Mild |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 61° / 37° | Moderate | Mild |
| Petrified Forest National Park | 53° / 25° | Moderate | Cool |
| Saguaro National Park | 68° / 32° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Big Bend National Park | 66° / 41° | Moderate | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: White Sands National Park on nps.gov
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