Point of Sands, New Mexico
Point of Sands: Situated in Otero County at an elevation of 3980 feet, this geographical feature sits within the Tularosa Basin along the eastern boundary of White Sands National Park.
About
Point of Sands is a city located in the county of Otero in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Point of Sands
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Otero County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.7470,-106.1958 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 12:36:58 (8th November 2026) |
| Weather | 42℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Point of Sands is located at 32°44'49"N 106°11'45"W (32.7470300, -106.1958300).
Point of Sands map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Southwest wind around 3 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Point of Sands, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187505 | Olympian Academy of Cosmetology | Alamogordo (NM) | 88310-5051 |
| 187994 | New Mexico State University-Alamogordo | Alamogordo (NM) | 88310 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Point of Sands, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCR | Las Cruces, New Mexico | 304 Wyatt Drive | BUS |
| TOC | Truth or Consequences, New Mexico | 8 South Date St. | BUS |
| ELB | El Paso (Bus Station), Texas | 200 W. San Antonio Ave. | BUS |
| ELP | Union Depot | 700 San Francisco St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Point of Sands.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Holloman Air Force Ba Post Office | Holloman Air Force Base (NM) | 88330 |
Other cities in Otero County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Otero County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Alamogordo | 32,126 | City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States |
| Tularosa | 3,040 | Town in New Mexico |
| La Luz | 1,697 | City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Boles Acres | 1,638 | City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Mescalero | 1,338 | Unincorporated community in Otero County, New Mexico, United States |