February weather forecast
Gunnison, CO

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Weather in February

While February continues the chill of January, in Gunnison the weather starts to transition with slightly improved temperatures. The snow-pack increases compared to January with an expected accumulation of 6.97" (177mm) of snow. Gunnison's winter positions this period for excellent skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities, despite the persistent cold. February is characterized by shorter days, protracted twilight, and low sunlight hours, contributing to the overall sense of late winter. As spring nears, February's weather gradually yields to milder temperatures, an increase in daylight hours, and a decrease in snowfall.

Temperature

Gunnison's February showcases an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C), hardly distinct from January's 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Gunnison's nighttime temperature in February demonstrates a noticeable plunge to an arctic cold 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Gunnison, Colorado, is February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Gunnison, in February, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.5 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, in Gunnison, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gunnison are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gunnison in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Gunnison, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Gunnison?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in February in Gunnison?

In February, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in February in Gunnison?

In Gunnison, Colorado, in February, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Gunnison?

The month with the most snowfall in Gunnison is February, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Gunnison?

In February, in Gunnison, Colorado, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout February, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gunnison have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Gunnison?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gunnison?

The month with the least sunshine in Gunnison is February, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gunnison have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Gunnison, Colorado, is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gunnison?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gunnison.

What is the UV index reading in February in Gunnison?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Gunnison, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Gunnison, CO

Average temperature in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 3.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Gunnison, CO

Average pressure in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Gunnison, CO

Average wind speed in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Gunnison, CO

Average humidity in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

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Average rainfall in February
Gunnison, CO

Average rainfall in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in February
Gunnison, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Gunnison, CO

Average snowfall in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are July and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Gunnison, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gunnison, CO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Gunnison, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
Gunnison, CO

Average UV index in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Gunnison, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in February
Gunnison, CO

Average visibility in February - Gunnison, CO
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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