February weather forecast
Des Moines, NM

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Des Moines, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of February brings with it an average high-temperature of a still frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. During the month of February, Des Moines's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 52%.

Rainfall

In February, in Des Moines, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Des Moines, New Mexico, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Des Moines, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during February leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February in Des Moines?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Des Moines during February are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Des Moines?

The average relative humidity in February in Des Moines, New Mexico, is 52%.

How much does it rain in Des Moines in February?

In Des Moines, in February, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Des Moines?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Des Moines, New Mexico. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, during February, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Des Moines?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Des Moines?

On the first day of February in Des Moines, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Des Moines?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Des Moines, New Mexico, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Des Moines?

The average sunshine duration in February in Des Moines is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Des Moines, NM

Average temperature in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Des Moines, NM

Average pressure in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Des Moines, NM

Average wind speed in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in February
Des Moines, NM

Average humidity in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

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Average rainfall in February
Des Moines, NM

Average rainfall in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in February
Des Moines, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Des Moines, NM

Average snowfall in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Des Moines, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Des Moines, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Des Moines, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Des Moines, NM

Average UV index in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Des Moines, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Des Moines, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in February
Des Moines, NM

Average visibility in February - Des Moines, NM
  • 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).

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