February weather forecastGrants, NM
February
Weather in February
If you thought January was cold in Grants, February's conditions might surprise you. The month welcomes an uptick in temperatures but still remains deep in the heart of winter. Even with the lower snowfall compared to the preceding month, winter sports enthusiasts shouldn’t be disappointed as the city continues to maintain its snow-blanketed look. The daylight becomes a bit more generous, stretching slightly more than in January. February is a good month for visitors who prefer cold, crisp air and winter landscapes dotted with snow.Temperature
January's transformation into February witnesses an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Throughout February, Grants witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 61%.Rainfall
In Grants, in February, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grants, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout February, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grants, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.Daylight
In Grants, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Grants, the average sunshine in February is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Grants, NM
- Average high temperature in February: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Grants, NM
- Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Grants, NM
- Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Grants, NM
- Average humidity in February: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).
Average rainfall in February
Grants, NM
- Average rainfall in February: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").
Average rainfall days in February
Grants, NM
- Average rainfall days in February: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in February
Grants, NM
- Average snowfall in February: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Grants, NM
- Average snowfall days in February: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Grants, NM
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in February: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Grants, NM
- Average sunshine days in February: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Grants, NM
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Grants, NM
- Average cloud cover in February: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in February
Grants, 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).
