February weather forecast
Hartford, CT

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The city of Hartford, Connecticut with the roads leading to the town, and trees on roadsides
The city of Hartford, Connecticut with the roads leading to the town, and trees on roadsides

Weather in February

As the seasonal wheel rotates to February, weather conditions in Hartford, Connecticut remain persistently cold yet develop a slight improvement. Amid the winter cocoon, rare sunny minutes provide a modicum of relief. Despite the average high temperature rising to 35.8°F (2.1°C), the intense winter feel seldom loosens its grip. The misty, cloudy skies usher in a poetic ambiance, setting the tone for February. Though the cold might seem relentless, the resilient spirit of the city remains unwavering.

Temperature

Hartford starts February with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C), a minor shift from January's 33.1°F (0.6°C). Hartford experiences an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in month of February.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Hartford, during February, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.2 days and collects up to 10.24" (260mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Hartford. The month with the most snowfall in Hartford is February, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, 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

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. 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
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hartford in February?

During February, Hartford experiences an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Hartford?

February is the most humid month in Hartford, Connecticut, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in February in Hartford?

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Hartford in February?

In Hartford, during February, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hartford?

The month with the most snowfall in Hartford, Connecticut, is February, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Hartford?

In Hartford, Connecticut, during February, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in February?

In February, the average day length in Hartford, Connecticut, is 10h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Hartford?

On the first day of February in Hartford, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 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 in Hartford?

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

How long on average sun shines in February in Hartford?

In Hartford, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hartford?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Hartford?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Hartford is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Hartford, CT

Average temperature in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average high temperature in February: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Hartford, CT

Average pressure in February - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average wind speed in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Hartford, CT

Average humidity in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Hartford, CT

Average rainfall in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Hartford, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hartford, CT

Average snowfall in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hartford, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hartford, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Hartford, CT

Average UV index in February - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Hartford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Hartford, CT

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

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

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