February weather forecast
Niantic, CT

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Weather in February

In February, Niantic sees only a slight rise in temperatures from January, but remains cold. Snow could still be a common sight this month. The wind speed subsides slightly but persistent breezes continue to make the weather feel even colder. The coldest temperatures recorded hover at a frigid 27°F (-2.8°C). The daylight hours gently start to increase, hinting at the approaching spring.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in February for Niantic, Connecticut, is a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C), staying closely aligned with January's conditions. The temperature lowers to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C) during February nights.

Humidity

In Niantic, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In February, in Niantic, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout February, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.8 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Niantic, during February, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.

Daylight

In Niantic, Connecticut, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Niantic, during February, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Niantic, Connecticut, during February, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What month is the ocean coldest?

With an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in February?

In Niantic, in February, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Niantic have in February?

In Niantic, the average day length in February is 10h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Niantic have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Niantic, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27°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 (26.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Niantic, CT

Average pressure in February - Niantic, 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
Niantic, CT

Average wind speed in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Niantic, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Niantic, CT

Average sea temperature in February - Niantic, CT
  • Average sea temperature in February: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Niantic, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Niantic, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Niantic, CT

Average UV index in February - Niantic, 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
Niantic, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Niantic, CT

Average visibility in February - Niantic, 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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