February weather forecast
Amherst, CO

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Amherst, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As February unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still cold 41.4°F (5.2°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In February, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, in Amherst, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.5 rainfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Amherst, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 66%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Amherst, during February, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Amherst, during February, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Amherst, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Amherst, CO

Average temperature in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Amherst, CO

Average pressure in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Amherst, CO

Average wind speed in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Amherst, CO

Average humidity in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (51%).

Average rainfall in February
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Amherst, CO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Amherst, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Amherst, CO

Average UV index in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Amherst, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Amherst, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in February
Amherst, CO

Average visibility in February - Amherst, CO
  • 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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