February weather forecast
Rochester, NH

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Weather in February

In February, the cold snap in Rochester holds firm, but with a slight warming compared to January. The average highest temperature moves up to 32.5°F (0.3°C), acting as a small beacon of the coming springtime. The snowfall remains significant, but experiences a slight downturn from the 6.26" (159mm) of January. Remnants of the winter beauty still persist, and the residents start to notice elongated daylight, a sign of approaching warmer days. Weather elements steadily transition into those characteristic of spring, despite the lingering chill.

Temperature

February's weather in Rochester displays an average high-temperature of a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C), slightly varied from January's 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Rochester's nighttime temperature in February drops to an average of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, New Hampshire, in February, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rochester, in February, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 27.8" (706mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Rochester is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Rochester, is 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Rochester, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Rochester, in February, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout February, 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in February?

In Rochester, the average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rochester?

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

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Rochester, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Rochester, NH

Average temperature in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.9°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Rochester, NH

Average pressure in February - Rochester, 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
Rochester, NH

Average wind speed in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Rochester, NH

Average humidity in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Rochester, NH

Average rainfall in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in February
Rochester, NH

Average rainfall days in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Rochester, NH

Average snowfall in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Rochester, NH

Average snowfall days in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Rochester, 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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Rochester, NH

Average sunshine days in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Rochester, NH

Average UV index in February - Rochester, 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
Rochester, NH

Average cloud cover in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Rochester, NH

Average visibility in February - Rochester, NH
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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