February weather forecast
Salida, CO

Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJFebruaryMAMJJASOND
°Celsius°Fahrenheit
Share

Contents

Weather in February

February in Salida embraces the bone-chilling weather of January, continuing the city's deep dive into winter. Temperatures range from 11.8°F (-11.2°C) to 32.2°F (0.1°C), supporting an average of 6.9 days of snowfall, accumulating to 3.46" (88mm) on average. The overall environment remains starkly pale, highlighting the intriguing contrast between Salida's frequent blue skies and the snowy terrain. Although the temperatures remain low, the incrementally increasing daylight hours may suggest the brewing future arrival of spring. The transition from February to March leaves behind the peak winter and moves towards more temperate weather.

Temperature

Entering February, Salida's average high-temperature reads a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. The temperature in Salida, Colorado, dips to an average of 11.8°F (-11.2°C) during February nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Salida, Colorado, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout February, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Salida is February, when snow falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During February, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Salida in February?

In Salida, 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.8°F (-11.2°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month in Salida?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Salida.

What is the average humidity in February in Salida?

In February, the average relative humidity in Salida is 80%.

How much does it rain in Salida in February?

In Salida, Colorado, during February, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Salida?

The month with the most snowfall in Salida is February, when snow falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Salida?

In February, in Salida, Colorado, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout February, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salida have in February?

In Salida, Colorado, the average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Salida?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Salida?

February and December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Salida.

How long on average sun shines in February in Salida?

The average sunshine duration in February is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Salida?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Salida.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Salida?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Salida is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJFebruaryMAMJJASOND
Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
31.1°F -0.5°C
32.2°F 0.1°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
Average low temperature
10.6°F -11.9°C
11.8°F -11.2°C
20.5°F -6.4°C
Average pressure
30.18" 767mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.6mph 12.2km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.7mph 20.4km/h
12.2mph 19.6km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
Average humidity
80%
80%
68%
Average rainfall
0.2" 5mm
0.43" 11mm
0.47" 12mm
Average rainfall days
2.3
2.3
4.3
Average snowfall
1.46" 37mm
3.46" 88mm
3.31" 84mm
Average snowfall days
5.4
6.9
7.6
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 5min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
6h 4min
9h 0min
Average sunshine days
25.1
20.8
19.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
29%
31%
25%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in February
Salida, CO

Average temperature in February - Salida, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (10.6°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in February
Salida, CO

Average pressure in February - Salida, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in February
Salida, CO

Average wind speed in February - Salida, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in February
Salida, CO

Average humidity in February - Salida, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in February
Salida, CO

Average rainfall in February - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.2").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in February
Salida, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.1 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in February
Salida, CO

Average snowfall in February - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in February
Salida, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Salida, CO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Salida, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in February
Salida, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Salida, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in February
Salida, CO

Average UV index in February - Salida, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in February
Salida, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Salida, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

[Resources]

Average visibility in February
Salida, CO

Average visibility in February - Salida, CO
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

[Resources]

Salida, Colorado, USA

Weather forecast for today
Weather forecast for tomorrow
10 days weather forecast
Climate data
1January
2February
3March
4April
5May
6June
7July
8August
9September
10October
11November
12December

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location