February weather forecast
Placitas, NM

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Placitas, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Placitas observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during February, adjusting from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in January to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Placitas observes an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February, May and June Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Placitas, New Mexico, are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout February, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Placitas, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Placitas, the average sunshine in February is 7.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature in Placitas?

In February, in Placitas, the average high-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Placitas?

In Placitas, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in February is 54%.

What is the driest month in Placitas?

The months with the least rainfall are February, May and June Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February in Placitas?

In Placitas, in February, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Placitas in February?

In Placitas, New Mexico, in February, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in February in Placitas is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Placitas?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Placitas, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Placitas have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Placitas is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Placitas?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Placitas?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Placitas, NM

Average temperature in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Placitas, NM

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

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

Average wind speed in February
Placitas, NM

Average wind speed in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Placitas, NM

Average humidity in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (28%).

Average rainfall in February
Placitas, NM

Average rainfall in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, May and June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in February
Placitas, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Placitas, NM

Average snowfall in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Placitas, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Placitas, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in February
Placitas, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Placitas, NM

Average UV index in February - Placitas, 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
Placitas, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Placitas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in February
Placitas, NM

Average visibility in February - Placitas, 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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