February weather forecast
Sandia Heights, NM

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Sandia Heights, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

February's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in January to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 54%.

Rainfall

In Sandia Heights, during February, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 70.5 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandia Heights, New Mexico, in February, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Sandia Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sandia Heights, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Sandia Heights, the average sunshine in February is 7.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during February translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures?

The high-temperature during February is 48.4°F (9.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 54%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Sandia Heights, in February, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, in Sandia Heights, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout February, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average temperature in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average pressure in February - Sandia Heights, 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
Sandia Heights, NM

Average wind speed in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average humidity in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average rainfall in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average snowfall in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sandia Heights, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average UV index in February - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average UV index in February: 3

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

Average cloud cover in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Sandia Heights, 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 9).

Average visibility in February
Sandia Heights, NM

Average visibility in February - Sandia Heights, 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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