February weather forecast
Ruidoso Downs, NM

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another chilly month in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

February observes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C), marking an insignificant difference from January's 45.5°F (7.5°C). February nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Ruidoso Downs, the average relative humidity in February is 47%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout February, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ruidoso Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ruidoso Downs, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In Ruidoso Downs, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during February leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February in Ruidoso Downs?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 47%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, in February, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout February, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average temperature in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average pressure in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average wind speed in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average humidity in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 47%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

Average rainfall in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average rainfall in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average snowfall in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average UV index in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 3

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

Average cloud cover in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in February
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average visibility in February - Ruidoso Downs, 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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