February weather forecast
Truckee, CA

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The iconic Donner Summit Bridge called the Rainbow Bridge or Route 40, in Truckee, California
The iconic Donner Summit Bridge called the Rainbow Bridge or Route 40, in Truckee, California

Weather in February

In February, the snowfall further intensifies from January levels, reaching a peak of 27.28" (693mm) over 12.2 days. As the frost takes over, the city dons a silver-white coat, portraying a splendid winter spectacle. Residents brace for the colder days ahead, as the ice layers further thicken. Despite the snow intensifying, the daylight period prolongs marginally, hinting at the forthcoming spring. The pressure slightly drops, setting a stage for unanticipated weather conditions.

Temperature

Truckee marks the onset of February with an average high-temperature of a still icy 38.7°F (3.7°C), subtly divergent from January's 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the nights in February, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Truckee is February, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Truckee, in February, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 27.28" (693mm) of snow. In Truckee, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.8 days and aggregates up to 146.89" (3731mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Truckee, the average sunshine in February is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Truckee, in February, during 3.8 rainfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Truckee, in February, during 12.2 snowfall days, 27.28" (693mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Truckee?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Truckee, CA

Average temperature in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Truckee, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Truckee, CA

Average wind speed in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Truckee, CA

Average humidity in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

Average rainfall in February
Truckee, CA

Average rainfall in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average rainfall in February: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.12").

Average rainfall days in February
Truckee, CA

Average rainfall days in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Truckee, CA

Average snowfall in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average snowfall in February: 27.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (30.35").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Truckee, CA

Average snowfall days in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Truckee, CA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Truckee, CA

Average sunshine days in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Truckee, CA

Average UV index in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Truckee, CA

Average cloud cover in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in February
Truckee, CA

Average visibility in February - Truckee, CA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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