February weather forecast
Poultney, VT

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Weather in February

As the calendar flips to February, an easing trend starts to take place as Poultney transitions from the harsher cold of January. However, February still exhibits its share of winter's grip, with many snow days contributing to the added 8.35" (212mm) of snow. Interestingly, temperatures start moving upstream as nighttime lows and daytime highs begin to slightly rise compared to January. The sun starts making more appearances albeit the skies are still comparatively gray. The wind, while still deceptively cold, tends to drop in speed, further indicating the slow approach of spring.

Temperature

The shift into February reveals an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C), closely mirroring January's climate. During the nights in February, the temperature averages to a still freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January through March Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Poultney, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Poultney.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Poultney?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Poultney, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.

What is the driest month in Poultney?

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Poultney, during February, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Poultney, during February, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poultney have in February?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.3h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Poultney, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Poultney, VT

Average temperature in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.1°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Poultney, VT

Average pressure in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Poultney, VT

Average wind speed in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Poultney, VT

Average humidity in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

Average rainfall days in February
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall days in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall in February: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall days in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Poultney, VT

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Poultney, VT

Average sunshine days in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Poultney, VT

Average UV index in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Poultney, VT

Average cloud cover in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in February
Poultney, VT

Average visibility in February - Poultney, VT
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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