February weather forecast
Alta Sierra, CA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Alta Sierra, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

February's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) from January. During February, an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Alta Sierra, the average relative humidity in February is 70%.

Rainfall

In Alta Sierra, California, during February, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation. In Alta Sierra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Alta Sierra is February, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February in Alta Sierra, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures?

During February, Alta Sierra experiences an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Alta Sierra, the average relative humidity in February is 70%.

How much does it rain in Alta Sierra in February?

In Alta Sierra, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 6.1" (155mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Alta Sierra, during February, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alta Sierra have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta Sierra have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Alta Sierra is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average temperature in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average high temperature in February: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average pressure in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average wind speed in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average wind speed in February: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average humidity in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average humidity in February: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).

Average rainfall in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average rainfall in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average rainfall in February: 6.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (6.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average rainfall days in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average snowfall in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average snowfall days in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average sunshine days in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average UV index in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average cloud cover in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in February
Alta Sierra, CA

Average visibility in February - Alta Sierra, CA
  • 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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