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Fountain, CO

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Weather in February

As an extension of winter, February in Fountain experiences an increase in snowfall to 4.72" (120mm), an elevation from the January levels. Though it continues the snowy trend of January, February hints at the imminent spring with its gradually increasing daylight hours. Comparatively, temperatures in February are slightly kerking upward, yet remain well within the realm of winter. Additionally, relative humidity begins to rise, making the cold weather feel even more intense. Looking ahead, the arrival of March indicates the start of spring and brings with it fundamental changes in weather patterns.

Temperature

Fountain's average high-temperature in February is a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C), indicating a subtle variation from January. Fountain reports a consistent average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) throughout February nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Fountain, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February in Fountain, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature during February is 40.8°F (4.9°C) and the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Fountain is February, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Fountain, the average relative humidity in February is 63%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Fountain, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Fountain, in February, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Fountain, the average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fountain?

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fountain?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
40.6°F 4.8°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
51.8°F 11°C
Average low temperature
22.3°F -5.4°C
22.1°F -5.5°C
30.7°F -0.7°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
29.98" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
7.3mph 11.7km/h
7.6mph 12.2km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
Average max. wind speed
8mph 12.9km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13mph 20.9km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
12.4mph 20km/h
Average humidity
61%
63%
51%
Average rainfall
0.47" 12mm
0.71" 18mm
0.94" 24mm
Average rainfall days
4.7
5.1
9.1
Average snowfall
3.39" 86mm
4.72" 120mm
3.74" 95mm
Average snowfall days
8.2
9.5
6
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 5min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
7h 0min
6h 5min
9h 1min
Average sunshine days
20.8
16.4
16
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
20%
22%
21%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in February
Fountain, CO

Average temperature in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Fountain, CO

Average pressure in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Fountain, CO

Average wind speed in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Fountain, CO

Average humidity in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in February
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fountain, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fountain, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Fountain, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Fountain, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Fountain, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in February
Fountain, CO

Average visibility in February - Fountain, 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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