February weather forecast
Fairfield, CT

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Weather in February

Despite the lengthening days in Fairfield, February remains firmly in the grip of winter, with the cold from January persisting but with signs of a slight warmth compared to the previous month. The city's winter landscape is frequently adorned with frost, an indication of the low temperatures still prevalent. Notably, February faces similar snowfall conditions as January, although the snowfall days decrease from 7.1 to 7 on average. Outdoor activities require proper gearing due to the icy temperatures and the consistent wind that characterizes February. As the month concludes, there's a palpable anticipation for warmer days and the awakening of nature that March brings.

Temperature

February's advent in Fairfield presents an average high-temperature of a still icy 38.3°F (3.5°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Throughout February, an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, Connecticut, in February, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Fairfield. In Fairfield, in February, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Fairfield?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fairfield during February are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Fairfield?

The average relative humidity in February in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in February in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, in February, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairfield in February?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, in February, during 7 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Fairfield?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Fairfield?

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

How long on average sun shines in February in Fairfield?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Fairfield?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in February - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Fairfield, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in February
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fairfield, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in February - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Fairfield, CT

Average visibility in February - Fairfield, 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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