February weather forecast
Thoreau, NM

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Thoreau, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

In February, Thoreau notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C), hardly different from the preceding month. Thoreau records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 61%.

Rainfall

In Thoreau, during February, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thoreau, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Thoreau, New Mexico, in February, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Thoreau, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Thoreau, the average sunshine in February is 7.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

The high-temperature during February is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Thoreau, the average relative humidity in February is 61%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Thoreau, in February, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout February, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thoreau have in February?

In Thoreau, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Thoreau, NM

Average temperature in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Thoreau, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Thoreau, NM

Average wind speed in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Thoreau, NM

Average humidity in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average humidity in February: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in February
Thoreau, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall days in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall days in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Thoreau, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Thoreau, NM

Average sunshine days in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Thoreau, NM

Average UV index in February - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average cloud cover in February - Thoreau, NM
  • Average cloud cover in February: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in February
Thoreau, NM

Average visibility in February - Thoreau, 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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