February weather forecastSocorro, NM
February
Weather in February
As the calendar turns to February, the mild elevation in temperature gives the first indications of winter's wane. This month proves to exhibit a curious blend of weather patterns, wherein occasional rain showers and dwindling snowfalls coexist. The city receives about 0.87" (22mm) of snowfall, which is notably reduced from January, indicating the slow but steady approach of spring. Daylight hours begin to grow longer, adding a sparkle of brightness against rain-soaked streets. Comparatively, average temperatures see a slight rise from January, yet remain comfortably nestled in winter's grasp.Temperature
With the transition into February, Socorro experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in January to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout the month of February, Socorro observes an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 46%.Rainfall
In Socorro, during February, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Socorro, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Socorro, New Mexico, in February, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of February, in Socorro, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 7.5h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Socorro is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in February
Socorro, NM
- Average high temperature in February: 53.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 33.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Socorro, NM
- Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Socorro, NM
- Average wind speed in February: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Socorro, NM
- Average humidity in February: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).
Average rainfall in February
Socorro, NM
- Average rainfall in February: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").
Average rainfall days in February
Socorro, NM
- Average rainfall days in February: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Socorro, NM
- Average snowfall in February: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Socorro, NM
- Average snowfall days in February: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Socorro, NM
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 7h and 30min
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
Socorro, NM
- Average sunshine days in February: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Socorro, NM
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Socorro, NM
- Average cloud cover in February: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in February
Socorro, 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).
