February weather forecast
Gilgit, Pakistan

Winter starts to make room for spring by the coming of February. Shifting from the nippy lows of January, higher temperatures up to 12.6°C (54.7°F) are typically recorded. A notable transition from the biting cold to the milder weather makes this time of year pleasant for outdoor activities. The longer daylight hours provide an excellent opportunity to explore the city’s breathtaking landscapes. Despite the relatively low precipitation, Gilgit retains a measure of dryness with a decrease in the relative humidity level.

Temperature

February's onset in Gilgit brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a chilly 9.6°C (49.3°F) in January to a fresh 12.6°C (54.7°F). Gilgit witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 0.4°C (32.7°F) throughout February.

Humidity

In Gilgit, the average relative humidity in February is 34.6%.

Rainfall

In Gilgit, during February, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gilgit, there are 62 rainfall days, and 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Gilgit is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PKT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Gilgit is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in February translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.