February · United States
Best time to visit Santa Fe in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Fe in February
Average temperature 2°C, 17 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.8/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Santa Fe scores 6.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 2°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Santa Fe's adobe architecture, art galleries and green-chile cooking define the American Southwest.
February in Santa Fe: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
February averages 2°C (35°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 17 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 daylight hours.
It scores 6.8/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Fe in February?
- In February, Santa Fe averages 2°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Santa Fe?
- February earns a 6.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Santa Fe in February?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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