February weather forecast
Bedford, NH

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Weather in February

While February still carries the wintry chill from January, there is a slight increase in average temperatures, up to a high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Snow continues to be a regular feature, but is less compared to January. The shortest month of the year has a poetic charm, often punctuated by bright, crisp days and frosty nights. It's a perfect season to embrace winter sports or cozy up indoors with a hot beverage.

Temperature

February records an average high-temperature of a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. February nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout February, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout February, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:34 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature during February is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Bedford, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout February, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Bedford, in February, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length in Bedford is 10h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Bedford.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Bedford, NH

Average temperature in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in February
Bedford, NH

Average pressure in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Bedford, NH

Average wind speed in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Bedford, NH

Average humidity in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Bedford, NH

Average rainfall in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in February
Bedford, NH

Average rainfall days in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Bedford, NH

Average snowfall in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Bedford, NH

Average snowfall days in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.9 days

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

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bedford, NH

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Bedford, NH

Average sunshine days in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Bedford, NH

Average UV index in February - Bedford, NH
  • 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
Bedford, NH

Average cloud cover in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Bedford, NH

Average visibility in February - Bedford, NH
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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