February weather forecast
Bristol, ME

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Bristol, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Bristol experiences an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February, marking an insignificant shift from 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in January. An average nighttime temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is witnessed throughout February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, Maine, in February, during 7.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Bristol, in February, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bristol are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Bristol experiences an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout February, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Bristol, in February, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Bristol are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Bristol, ME

Average temperature in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in February
Bristol, ME

Average pressure in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Bristol, ME

Average wind speed in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Bristol, ME

Average humidity in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Bristol, ME

Average rainfall in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in February
Bristol, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Bristol, ME

Average snowfall in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Bristol, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bristol, ME

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Bristol, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Bristol, ME

Average UV index in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Bristol, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Bristol, ME

Average visibility in February - Bristol, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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