February weather forecast
Dover, NH

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Weather in February

February brings a subtle shift in Dover's weather, with temperatures rising marginally from January's bitter cold. The month experiences 3.86" (98mm) of snowfall, a slight increase from the previous month, giving winter sports enthusiasts abundant opportunities for skiing and snowboarding. Despite the frigid temperatures, the city blooms with events like winter carnivals and ice sculptures. As the month transitions towards March, one can often notice a lengthening of daylight hours, a prelude to the spring thaw.

Temperature

February's weather in Dover, New Hampshire, records an average high-temperature of an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C), showing little deviation from January. An average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) is recorded in the month of February in Dover.

Humidity

In Dover, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in February, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dover, there are 130.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall in Dover. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 33min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h 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 in Dover. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dover in February?

The high-temperature in Dover during February is 33.4°F (0.8°C) and the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Dover?

The average relative humidity in February in Dover is 79%.

How much does it rain in Dover in February?

In Dover, New Hampshire, in February, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dover?

The month with the most snowfall in Dover, New Hampshire, is February, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Dover?

In February, in Dover, New Hampshire, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout February, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in February?

In Dover, the average day length in February is 10h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Dover?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Dover?

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

How long on average sun shines in February in Dover?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Dover is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dover?

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 Dover?

In Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Dover, NH

Average temperature in February - Dover, NH
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Dover, NH

Average pressure in February - Dover, NH
  • Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Dover, NH

Average wind speed in February - Dover, NH
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Dover, NH

Average humidity in February - Dover, NH
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Dover, NH

Average rainfall in February - Dover, NH
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in February
Dover, NH

Average rainfall days in February - Dover, NH
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Dover, NH

Average snowfall in February - Dover, NH
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Dover, NH

Average snowfall days in February - Dover, NH
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Dover, NH
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Dover, NH

Average sunshine days in February - Dover, NH
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Dover, NH

Average UV index in February - Dover, NH
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Dover, NH

Average cloud cover in February - Dover, NH
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Dover, NH

Average visibility in February - Dover, NH
  • 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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