February weather forecast
Lafayette, CO

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Weather in February

Finding its footing in the last stretch of winter, February in Lafayette, Colorado sets a quieter and slightly warmer backdrop as compared to January. As the days get slightly longer, the overall weather condition begins to reflect this transition. Gradually, the rain begins to increase and the snowfall lessens, indicating the passing of winter and the onset of spring ahead. A distinct feature of February is a noticeable increase in daylight hours, adding a brighter tinge to the cold, subtle skies. Against the backdrop of this gradual transition, the second month of the year subtly transforms the region's vistas.

Temperature

Lafayette, Colorado, starts February with an average high-temperature of a still cold 39.7°F (4.3°C), a minor shift from January's 40.3°F (4.6°C). During the month of February, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month in Lafayette, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, Colorado, in February, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.7 rainfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall in Lafayette. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of February, in Lafayette, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Lafayette, Colorado, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lafayette during February?

During February, Lafayette experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Lafayette?

February is the most humid month in Lafayette, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in February in Lafayette?

The average relative humidity in February is 67%.

How much does it rain in Lafayette in February?

In Lafayette, in February, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lafayette?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Lafayette. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lafayette in February?

In Lafayette, in February, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Lafayette?

The average day length in February in Lafayette is 10h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Lafayette?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lafayette, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lafayette?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Lafayette.

How long on average sun shines in February in Lafayette?

In Lafayette, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lafayette?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February in Lafayette?

In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Lafayette, CO

Average temperature in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Lafayette, CO

Average pressure in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Lafayette, CO

Average wind speed in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Lafayette, CO

Average humidity in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in February
Lafayette, CO

Average rainfall in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in February
Lafayette, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Lafayette, CO

Average snowfall in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Lafayette, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Lafayette, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in February
Lafayette, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Lafayette, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Lafayette, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in February
Lafayette, CO

Average visibility in February - Lafayette, 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).

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