February weather forecast
Niagara Falls, NY

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The glorious Niagara Falls in New York
The glorious Niagara Falls in New York

Weather in February

While still clad in winter attire, for the Niagara Falls locals, February shows the first potential signs of the receding winter with a slight elevation in temperature. There is a reduction in both snowfall and rainfall compared to the preceding month. However, with high temperatures of 34.1°F (1.2°C) and lows reaching a chilling 16.7°F (-8.5°C), it remains a brilliant month for lovers of winter sports. The cold snap is still in full swing but the daylight hours start to stretch a bit, hinting at the onset of spring.

Temperature

The advent of February reveals an average high-temperature of a still icy 34.2°F (1.2°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) in February.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically collects 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Niagara Falls. In Niagara Falls, in February, during 11.7 snowfall days, 15.2" (386mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Niagara Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.8 days and aggregates up to 76.1" (1933mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Niagara Falls, the average sunshine in February is 4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically collects 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Niagara Falls?

In February, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout February, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Niagara Falls, in February, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 15.2" (386mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Niagara Falls, the average sunshine duration in February is 4h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Niagara Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average temperature in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 34.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average rainfall in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.2"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and November (3.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 15.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Niagara Falls, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • 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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in February
Niagara Falls, NY

Average UV index in February - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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