February weather forecastNew Haven, CT
February
Weather in February
Transitioning from January, the nip in the air persists, and New Haven witnesses its last snow of the winter. The snowfall inches up to 2.68" (68mm) and adds to the winter holiday charm. The bitter cold of January sees some respite. February sees slightly warmer days leading New Haven creatives to venture outdoors to capture the city's wintry landscape. The gradual shifting of seasons also brings in a hint of added moisture in the air, paving the way for an impending spring.Temperature
The dawn of February in New Haven sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 37.9°F (3.3°C), subtly contrasting with January's 35.1°F (1.7°C). In the month of February, the average low-temperature in New Haven usually rests at a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
February, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in New Haven.Rainfall
In February, in New Haven, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout February, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, in New Haven, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout February, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In New Haven, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).Note: For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
Daylight
In New Haven, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in New Haven.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Haven. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
New Haven, CT
- Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in February
New Haven, CT
- Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
New Haven, CT
- Average wind speed in February: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in February
New Haven, CT
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in February
New Haven, CT
- Average rainfall in February: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in February
New Haven, CT
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in February
New Haven, CT
- Average snowfall in February: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
New Haven, CT
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
New Haven, CT
- Average sea temperature in February: 38.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.5°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
New Haven, CT
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
New Haven, CT
- Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in February
New Haven, CT
- 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
New Haven, CT
- Average cloud cover in February: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
New Haven, CT
- 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).
