February weather forecast
Los Alamos, NM

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Weather in February

Moving forward, the weather in February eases from the extreme cold of January to a slightly warmer state, signaling the transition towards spring. Despite remaining the bastion of winter, Los Alamos encounters a decrease in snowfall, preparing the region for the warmer months ahead. February's high temperature revolves around 42.4°F (5.8°C) showing an uplifting trend. Though winter coats and gloves continue to be daily essentials, beneath the surface, a subtle change is underway. The end of February witnesses the lengthening of days and the melting away of snow.

Temperature

The onset of February brings with it an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Los Alamos experiences a nighttime temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Los Alamos, during February, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Los Alamos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 12.05" (306mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Los Alamos, in February, during 7.1 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Los Alamos, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Los Alamos, the average relative humidity in February is 63%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Los Alamos, in February, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average temperature in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Los Alamos, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average wind speed in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average humidity in February - Los Alamos, 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 (33%).

Average rainfall in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average rainfall in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

Average rainfall days in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average snowfall in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Los Alamos, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average UV index in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in February
Los Alamos, NM

Average visibility in February - Los Alamos, 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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