February weather forecast
Gallup, NM

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Weather in February

The trend of cold weather continues into February, though there is a slight rise in temperature, the chill in the air certainly does not disappear. The daylight hours increase somewhat, providing a hint of the approaching spring. It's also a relatively drier period compared to the snow-loaded January, indicating the start of moisture receding across the region. Gallup continues to experience some humidity, while rainfall and snowfall occur less frequently than in the preceding month.

Temperature

January's transformation into February witnesses an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), noting a minor change from the preceding month. During February, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 63%.

Rainfall

In Gallup, during February, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Gallup, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gallup are January through May, October through December. In Gallup, during February, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Gallup is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of February in Gallup, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Gallup is 7.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gallup. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gallup during February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gallup, New Mexico, during February are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Gallup?

The average relative humidity in February in Gallup is 63%.

How many days does it rain in February in Gallup?

In Gallup, in February, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Gallup?

In Gallup, in February, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Gallup?

In February, the average day length in Gallup is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Gallup?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallup have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Gallup?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Gallup, NM

Average temperature in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Gallup, NM

Average pressure in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gallup, NM

Average wind speed in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Gallup, NM

Average humidity in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in February
Gallup, NM

Average rainfall in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Gallup, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gallup, NM

Average snowfall in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gallup, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gallup, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gallup, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Gallup, NM

Average UV index in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Gallup, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in February
Gallup, NM

Average visibility in February - Gallup, NM
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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