February weather forecastReno, NV
February
Weather in February
As the winter solstice passes, February in Reno notices a slight increase in temperature. The city experiences the heaviest snowfall of the year with an average accumulation of 5.98" (152mm). Prevailing cold weather notwithstanding, the month brings about an additional daylight hour. When compared to January, the city also records a lowering of relative humidity. Outdoor enthusiasts can grab their skis and snowboards to hit the slopes during this snowy month.Temperature
An average high-temperature of a still icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) marks February, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in January. In February, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 69%.Rainfall
In Reno, in February, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.7 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Reno, during February, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Reno, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 6.6h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in February
Reno, NV
- Average high temperature in February: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Reno, NV
- Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Reno, NV
- Average wind speed in February: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
Average humidity in February
Reno, NV
- Average humidity in February: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).
Average rainfall in February
Reno, NV
- Average rainfall in February: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.16").
Average rainfall days in February
Reno, NV
- Average rainfall days in February: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Reno, NV
- Average snowfall in February: 5.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Reno, NV
- Average snowfall days in February: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Reno, NV
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Reno, NV
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Reno, NV
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Reno, NV
- Average cloud cover in February: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in February
Reno, NV
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
