February weather forecast
Derby, CT

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Weather in February

With February, Derby sees a slight increase in temperature, however, it remains a chilly winter month. The presence of clouds appears to be persistent in February, slightly more than the previous month, creating a rather cold, overcast atmosphere. Accumulated frost ushers in the month with a rarely-seen brightness due to the persistent cloud cover. As March approaches, expect a considerable change as temperatures start to climb, and the city begins to thaw from the winter cold.

Temperature

February's arrival in Derby brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Derby's average low-temperature for the month of February records at a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month in Derby, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Derby, in February, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall in Derby, Connecticut. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Derby, Connecticut, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Derby?

In Derby, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month in Derby?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in February in Derby?

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February in Derby?

In Derby, in February, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Derby?

The month with the most snowfall in Derby, Connecticut, is February, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Derby?

In Derby, during February, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Derby?

The average day length in February is 10h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Derby?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Derby?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Derby have in February?

In Derby, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Derby?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Derby?

In Derby, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Derby, CT

Average temperature in February - Derby, CT
  • Average high temperature in February: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Derby, CT

Average pressure in February - Derby, CT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Derby, CT

Average wind speed in February - Derby, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Derby, CT

Average humidity in February - Derby, CT
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Derby, CT

Average rainfall in February - Derby, CT
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Derby, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Derby, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Derby, CT

Average snowfall in February - Derby, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.23"

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

Average snowfall days in February
Derby, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Derby, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Derby, CT

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Derby, CT
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Derby, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Derby, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Derby, CT

Average UV index in February - Derby, CT
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Derby, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Derby, CT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Derby, CT

Average visibility in February - Derby, CT
  • 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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