February weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in February

Rolling into February, temperatures are still relatively low in Shelton, Connecticut with little difference from January's weather. Average high temperatures slightly rise to 37°F (2.8°C) but the lows remain consistent at 25.2°F (-3.8°C). The snowfall increased, reaching up to 3.23" (82mm), emphasizing its reputation as one of the coldest months of the year. The operations of the city remain functional and the snowfall turns every corner into a picturesque landscape. Despite being a chilly month, February carries its own frozen charm.

Temperature

The introduction of February sees an average high-temperature of a still cold 37°F (2.8°C), hardly deviating from January. During February, Shelton records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, in February, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

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 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:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shelton in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 37°F (2.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Shelton, in February, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Shelton, in February, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Shelton, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.2°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 (24.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in February - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in February - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Shelton, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall days in February - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall in February - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall days in February - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Shelton, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Shelton, CT

Average sunshine days in February - Shelton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in February - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average cloud cover in February - Shelton, 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 30).

Average visibility in February
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in February - Shelton, 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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