February weather forecast
Thornton, CO

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Thornton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of February is characterized by an average high temperature of a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C), consistent with January's weather. During the nights in February, Thornton experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, during February, the rain falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.3 days and collects up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout February, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornton, the average length of the day in February 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 Thornton, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Thornton in February?

Thornton in February has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Thornton?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in February in Thornton?

The average relative humidity in February in Thornton, Colorado, is 64%.

How much does it rain in Thornton in February?

In Thornton, in February, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thornton in February?

In Thornton, Colorado, during February, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Thornton?

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

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thornton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in February?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Thornton?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Thornton?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Thornton, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Thornton, CO

Average temperature in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Thornton, CO

Average pressure in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"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
Thornton, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Thornton, CO

Average humidity in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in February
Thornton, CO

Average rainfall in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.59").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in February
Thornton, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Thornton, CO

Average snowfall in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Thornton, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Thornton, CO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Thornton, 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 and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Thornton, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Thornton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Thornton, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Thornton, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in February
Thornton, CO

Average visibility in February - Thornton, 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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