February weather forecastFort Collins, CO
February
Weather in February
In February, the weather remains cold in Fort Collins, although it is marginally warmer than January. This period features 2.56" (65mm) of snowfall, continuing the winter trend observed previously. However, the snowfall is slightly less when compared to the following month. Expect to see a slow but steady increase in daylight hours compared to January. Seasonally appropriate attire, such as winter coats and scarves, remain necessities during this period.Temperature
Transitioning into February, Fort Collins records an average high-temperature of a still cold 37.8°F (3.2°C), almost identical to January's 37.9°F (3.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Fort Collins experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 19.4°F (-7°C) in February.Humidity
The most humid month in Fort Collins is February, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Fort Collins, during February, the rain falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fort Collins are January through May, October through December. In Fort Collins, during February, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Fort Collins, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fort Collins, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of February, in Fort Collins, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Collins, Colorado, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During February, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average high temperature in February: 37.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 19.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average wind speed in February: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average humidity in February: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).
Average rainfall in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average rainfall in February: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.12").
Average rainfall days in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average snowfall in February: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average sunshine days in February: 23.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).
Average UV index in February
Fort Collins, CO
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Fort Collins, CO
- Average cloud cover in February: 27
The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in February
Fort Collins, CO
- 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).
