February weather forecastSanta Cruz, NM

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Santa Cruz's February showcases an average high-temperature of a chilly 43°F (6.1°C), hardly distinct from January's 38.8°F (3.8°C). Throughout February, Santa Cruz witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 62%.

Rainfall

January, February and April are months with the least rain in Santa Cruz when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Santa Cruz are January through May, October through December. In Santa Cruz, in February, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.9 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Santa Cruz, the average sunshine in February is 7.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In February, in Santa Cruz, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

In February, the average relative humidity is 62%.

The months with the least rainfall in Santa Cruz are January, February and April Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

In February, in Santa Cruz, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout February, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In February, in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout February, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average day length in February is 10h and 54min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.1h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz, New Mexico.

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average high temperature in February: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average wind speed in February: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average humidity in February: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average snowfall in February: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 54min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Santa Cruz, NM

  • 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
Santa Cruz, NM

  • Average cloud cover in February: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in February
Santa Cruz, 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).