February weather forecast
Peterborough, NH

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Peterborough, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

Peterborough greets February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. During the month of February, the temperature in Peterborough generally drops to a low average of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Peterborough, in February, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Peterborough, in February, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of February in Peterborough, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Peterborough is February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Peterborough in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peterborough during February are 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Peterborough?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, February is the most humid month in Peterborough.

What is the average humidity in February in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

How much does it rain in Peterborough in February?

In February, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout February, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, in February, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Peterborough?

The average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Peterborough?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Peterborough?

The month with the least sunshine in Peterborough is February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterborough have in February?

In Peterborough, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Peterborough?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peterborough, New Hampshire.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Peterborough, NH

Average temperature in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in February
Peterborough, NH

Average pressure in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average pressure in February: 30"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
Peterborough, NH

Average wind speed in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Peterborough, NH

Average humidity in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in February
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall days in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Peterborough, NH

Average snowfall in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Peterborough, NH

Average snowfall days in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Peterborough, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Peterborough, NH

Average sunshine days in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Peterborough, NH

Average UV index in February - Peterborough, NH
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Peterborough, NH

Average cloud cover in February - Peterborough, NH
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in February
Peterborough, NH

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

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

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