February weather forecastFountain, CO
February
Weather in February
As an extension of winter, February in Fountain experiences an increase in snowfall to 4.72" (120mm), an elevation from the January levels. Though it continues the snowy trend of January, February hints at the imminent spring with its gradually increasing daylight hours. Comparatively, temperatures in February are slightly kerking upward, yet remain well within the realm of winter. Additionally, relative humidity begins to rise, making the cold weather feel even more intense. Looking ahead, the arrival of March indicates the start of spring and brings with it fundamental changes in weather patterns.Temperature
Fountain's average high-temperature in February is a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C), indicating a subtle variation from January. Fountain reports a consistent average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) throughout February nights.Humidity
The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 63%.Rainfall
In Fountain, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.On the first day of February in Fountain, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Fountain, CO
- Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Fountain, CO
- Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Fountain, CO
- Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in February
Fountain, CO
- Average humidity in February: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in February
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall in February: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in February
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in February
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall in February: 4.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall days in February: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fountain, CO
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Fountain, CO
- Average sunshine days in February: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in February
Fountain, CO
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Fountain, CO
- Average cloud cover in February: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in February
Fountain, 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).
