Though temperatures rise gradually in
February, they remain in the lower spectrum, encompassing the cool serenity of the park. The park witnesses less snow in this month as compared to the previous one, but it still collects a hefty 14.6" (371mm). The sunshine hours elevate to seven, proffering a slightly more luminous ambiance. The average daylight length extends to 10.8 hours, allowing visitors to marvel at the park’s icy grandeur for a longer period. An almost equal number of rainfall days to
January means tourists can still experience the winter snow.
Temperature
As February begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in January to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Despite the intense daytime heat,
Yosemite National Park sustains a steady low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C) during February.
Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout February, 6.18" (157mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Yosemite National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65 days and collects up to 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation.
Snowfall
January through
May,
October through
December are months with snowfall. During February, Yosemite National Park regularly aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow. In Yosemite National Park, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 65.31" (1659mm).
Daylight
In Yosemite National Park, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Yosemite National Park, the average sunshine in February is 7h.
UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during February morphs into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.