February weather forecast
Petaca, NM

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Petaca, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into February, Petaca records an average high-temperature of a still cold 35.8°F (2.1°C), almost identical to January's 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout February, a steady low-temperature average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Petaca, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Petaca, in February, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Petaca, in February, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Petaca, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Petaca, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Petaca, the average sunshine in February is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Petaca, in February, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Petaca, during February, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Petaca, in February, during 10.4 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Petaca, the average day length in February is 10h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Petaca, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Petaca, NM

Average temperature in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Petaca, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Petaca, NM

Average wind speed in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Petaca, NM

Average humidity in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in February
Petaca, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Petaca, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Petaca, NM

Average snowfall in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Petaca, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Petaca, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in February
Petaca, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Petaca, NM

Average UV index in February - Petaca, NM
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Petaca, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in February
Petaca, NM

Average visibility in February - Petaca, NM
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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