February weather forecast
Las Cruces, NM

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The lovely hilly countryside in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Weather in February

With the arrival of February, Las Cruces begins to witness a slight surge in temperatures. This sees the previous month's lower temperatures pushed aside, giving way to higher averages spanning from 39.9°F (4.4°C) to 60.1°F (15.6°C). There is a noticeable uptick in rainfall, but the increase is modest and does nothing to dampen the overall dry climate of the region. This month, as with January, maintains shorter days and relatively calm weather.

Temperature

The onset of February brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in January to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). The mean low-temperature during February nights is a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In Las Cruces, the average relative humidity in February is 38%.

Rainfall

In Las Cruces, in February, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in February, Las Cruces aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Las Cruces, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 38%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout February, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in February, Las Cruces aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Las Cruces have in February?

The average day length in February is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Cruces have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average temperature in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average pressure in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average wind speed in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average humidity in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 4min

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
Las Cruces, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 23.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average UV index in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in February
Las Cruces, NM

Average visibility in February - Las Cruces, 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).

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