February weather forecast
Essex, CT

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Essex, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. The nighttime temperature in Essex, during February, averages of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Essex, Connecticut, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Essex, in February, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Essex are January through May, November and December. In Essex, in February, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.2 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Essex, Connecticut, is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Essex are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Essex in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Essex, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Essex?

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How much does it rain in Essex in February?

In Essex, Connecticut, during February, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Essex in February?

In Essex, in February, during 7 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Essex?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Essex?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Essex?

In Essex, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Essex?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Essex, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Essex, CT

Average temperature in February - Essex, CT
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Essex, CT

Average pressure in February - Essex, CT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Essex, CT

Average wind speed in February - Essex, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Essex, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Essex, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in February
Essex, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Essex, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Essex, CT

Average snowfall in February - Essex, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Essex, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Essex, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Essex, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Essex, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Essex, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Essex, CT

Average UV index in February - Essex, 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
Essex, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Essex, 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 29).

Average visibility in February
Essex, CT

Average visibility in February - Essex, 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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