February weather forecastLas Cruces, NM
February
Weather in February
With the arrival of February, Las Cruces begins to witness a slight surge in temperatures. This sees the previous month's lower temperatures pushed aside, giving way to higher averages spanning from 39.9°F (4.4°C) to 60.1°F (15.6°C). There is a noticeable uptick in rainfall, but the increase is modest and does nothing to dampen the overall dry climate of the region. This month, as with January, maintains shorter days and relatively calm weather.Temperature
The onset of February brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in January to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). The mean low-temperature during February nights is a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
In Las Cruces, the average relative humidity in February is 38%.Rainfall
In Las Cruces, in February, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in February, Las Cruces aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Las Cruces, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 7.7h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average high temperature in February: 60.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).
Average pressure in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average humidity in February: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).
Average rainfall in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average rainfall in February: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average rainfall days in February: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average snowfall in February: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average snowfall days in February: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 7h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average sunshine days in February: 23.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average UV index in February: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in February
Las Cruces, NM
- Average cloud cover in February: 14
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in February
Las Cruces, 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).
