February weather forecast
Nelson, CO

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Nelson, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

February's average high-temperature stands at a still wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C), showing little deviation from January's 39.6°F (4.2°C). Nelson, during the month of February, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 62%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, in February, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104 days and collects up to 12.09" (307mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Nelson, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Nelson, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Nelson, Colorado, in February, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout February, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nelson, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Nelson, CO

Average temperature in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.9°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Nelson, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Nelson, CO

Average wind speed in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Nelson, CO

Average humidity in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in February
Nelson, CO

Average rainfall in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in February
Nelson, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Nelson, CO

Average snowfall in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Nelson, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Nelson, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Nelson, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Nelson, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Nelson, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Nelson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in February
Nelson, CO

Average visibility in February - Nelson, 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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