February weather forecast
Crested Butte, CO

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Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back
Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back

Weather in February

February weather closely resembles the January cold in Crested Butte, with an additional depth of 21.18" (538mm) of snow. This month invites those who revel in the continuation of the winter season. It brings a fractional increase in temperature and humidity but expects more snowfall days. February's weather also includes more daylight hours than in January, thus slightly extending the pleasure of outdoor enthusiasts. As the month ends, there is an anticipation for the early signs of Spring in the upcoming month.

Temperature

Crested Butte experiences its coldest period in February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month in Crested Butte, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Crested Butte, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Crested Butte, during February, snow falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 21.18" (538mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 159 snowfall days, and 149.53" (3798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crested Butte, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The temperature hits its lowest levels in February and December, recording an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is February?

During February, Crested Butte experiences an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 91%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Crested Butte, during February, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Crested Butte, in February, snow falls for 21.4 days, with typically accumulated 21.18" (538mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Crested Butte have in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Crested Butte?

On the first day of February in Crested Butte, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Crested Butte, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Crested Butte have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average temperature in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 3.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average pressure in February - Crested Butte, 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
Crested Butte, CO

Average wind speed in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average humidity in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 21.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

Average snowfall days in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Crested Butte, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average UV index in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in February
Crested Butte, CO

Average visibility in February - Crested Butte, 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, April and December (4mi).

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