February weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in February

While February continues the winter narrative of January, it carries subtle indications of the impending spring. Noteworthy is an increase in the maximum temperature to 43.2°F (6.2°C), marginally reducing the winter's sting. Relative to January, February days are a tad warmer with slightly less snow. The period of daylight extends, heralding longer days, but the city still enjoys a generous cover of silvery clouds, maintaining the winter feel. February maintains the winter aesthetic while subtly setting the stage for the arrival of spring.

Temperature

In February, Santa Fe experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 39.2°F (4°C) in January to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During the month of February, Santa Fe experiences a steady low-temperature average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 60%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in February, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Santa Fe, in February, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Santa Fe, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February in Santa Fe is 60%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Santa Fe?

In Santa Fe, in February, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Fe have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Santa Fe?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Santa Fe, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average temperature in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.6°F

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

Average pressure in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in February - Santa Fe, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Santa Fe, 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 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average UV index in February - Santa Fe, 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
Santa Fe, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in February
Santa Fe, NM

Average visibility in February - Santa Fe, 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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