February weather forecast
Durham, CT

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Durham, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of February denotes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C), subtly different from January's 34°F (1.1°C). The average low-temperature during February nights is a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Durham, in February, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Durham, in February, during 8.5 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Durham, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the most humid month in Durham?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Durham, in February, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout February, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Durham, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Durham, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Durham, CT

Average pressure in February - Durham, CT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"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
Durham, CT

Average wind speed in February - Durham, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Durham, CT

Average humidity in February - Durham, CT
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Durham, CT

Average rainfall in February - Durham, CT
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in February
Durham, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Durham, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Durham, CT

Average snowfall in February - Durham, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Durham, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Durham, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Durham, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Durham, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Durham, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Durham, CT

Average UV index in February - Durham, CT
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Durham, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Durham, CT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Durham, CT

Average visibility in February - Durham, CT
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July and September (5mi).

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