February weather forecast
Leh, India

February

Weather in February

Leh’s February weather is harsh, with temperatures only slightly warmer compared to January. Even though daylight and sunlight hours extend, the atmosphere retains its winter chill. Snowfall continues, albeit slightly higher, making it an ideal time for winter adventure sports. Winds show a minor upswing, churning the snow-laden landscapes into magnificent white swirls. February records a significant increase in snowfall with 210mm (8.27") average snowfall, setting the scene for picturesque snowscapes.

Temperature

In Leh, February's average high-temperature stands at a still arctic cold -15.1°C (4.8°F), closely related to the preceding month. February nights in Leh observe an average temperature dip to a life-threatening cold -26.6°C (-15.9°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Leh, India, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Leh, during February, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leh, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 410mm (16.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leh are January through December. In Leh, India, in February, during 20.2 snowfall days, 210mm (8.27") of snow is typically accumulated. In Leh, during the entire year, snow falls for 192.7 days and aggregates up to 2420mm (95.28") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Leh is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of February in Leh, India, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Leh, India. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Leh?
In Leh, -15.1°C (4.8°F) is the average high-temperature and -26.6°C (-15.9°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What are the most humid months in Leh?
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in February in Leh?
The average relative humidity in February in Leh is 85%.
How many days does it rain in February in Leh?
In February, in Leh, India, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout February, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Leh in February?
In Leh, in February, during 20.2 snowfall days, 210mm (8.27") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in February in Leh?
In Leh, India, the average day length in February is 10h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Leh?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leh, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm IST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Leh?
The months with the least sunshine in Leh are January and February, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in February in Leh?
In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Leh?
The months with the highest UV index in Leh, India, are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in February in Leh?
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February - Leh, India
Average temperature in February
Leh, India
  • Average high temperature in February: -15.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (-1.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-29.4°C).

Average pressure in February - Leh, India
Average pressure in February
Leh, India
  • Average pressure in February: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1026.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Leh, India
Average wind speed in February
Leh, India
  • Average wind speed in February: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in February - Leh, India
Average humidity in February
Leh, India
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (67%).

Average rainfall in February - Leh, India
Average rainfall in February
Leh, India
  • Average rainfall in February: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (14mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Leh, India
Average rainfall days in February
Leh, India
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in February - Leh, India
Average snowfall in February
Leh, India
  • Average snowfall in February: 210mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (301mm).
The month with the least snowfall is December (105mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Leh, India
Average snowfall days in February
Leh, India
  • Average snowfall days in February: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is September (10.2 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Leh, India
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Leh, India
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February - Leh, India
Average sunshine days in February
Leh, India
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in February - Leh, India
Average UV index in February
Leh, India
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February - Leh, India
Average cloud cover in February
Leh, India
  • Average cloud cover in February: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February - Leh, India
Average visibility in February
Leh, India
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and November (8km).

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