February weather forecast
Aspen, CO

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The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below
The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below

Weather in February

February is another frigid month in Aspen with a slight temperature rise compared to January. Its weather conditions are conducive to snow sports, making it ideal for ski adventures. Accumulating 2.91" (74mm), snowfall continues to blanket Aspen during February. However, the blizzard-like conditions pave the way for partly cloudy skies and reduced visibility. Going towards the end of February, days grow slightly longer offering an additional hour of daylight.

Temperature

The transition into February in Aspen shows a subtle variation to a still freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) from January's 24.4°F (-4.2°C) in the average high-temperature. Aspen sees an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) during February.

Humidity

The most humid month in Aspen, Colorado, is February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Aspen, in February, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 rainfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Aspen, during February, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Aspen, there are 83.2 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Aspen, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Aspen are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Aspen?

The high-temperature, in February, in Aspen, is 25°F (-3.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Aspen?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, February is the most humid month in Aspen.

What is the average humidity in February in Aspen?

In February, the average relative humidity in Aspen, Colorado, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Aspen in February?

In Aspen, in February, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Aspen in February?

In February, in Aspen, Colorado, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout February, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Aspen have in February?

In February, the average day length in Aspen is 10h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Aspen?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Aspen, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Aspen?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Aspen?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Aspen is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Aspen?

The months with the lowest UV index in Aspen are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Aspen?

In Aspen, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Aspen, CO

Average temperature in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Aspen, CO

Average pressure in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Aspen, CO

Average wind speed in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Aspen, CO

Average humidity in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

Average rainfall in February
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and July (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in February
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Aspen, CO

Average snowfall in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Aspen, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Aspen, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Aspen, CO

Average UV index in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Aspen, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in February
Aspen, CO

Average visibility in February - Aspen, CO
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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