New Mexico weather in February
The state broadly agrees with itself in February: afternoons run 54° in Albuquerque and 50° in Santa Fe, with everywhere else in between.
Based on 2 weather stations. Two stations, both a mile high or better — the low desert in the state’s south and the ski peaks above Taos both sit outside what these numbers cover.
Albuquerque & the Rio Grande Valley
Highs near 54°, nights around 30°, and 0.4 in of rain in a typical February.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | Snow | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 54° / 30° | 1 | 1.5 in | Winter's grip loosens; the Sandias keep their snow. |
Santa Fe & the High Desert
Highs near 50°, nights around 23°, and 0.3 in of rain in a typical February.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 50° / 23° | 4 | Bright and biting; adobe walls hold the afternoon warmth. |
Each place above has its own page for the full story — what the month feels like, what to pack, and whether the timing is right.