February weather forecastDurham, NH
February
Weather in February
As February takes hold, Durham experiences a slight increase in temperature, creating a somewhat warmer atmosphere compared to the preceding January. Between 21°F (-6.1°C) as the lowest and 33.6°F (0.9°C) as the highest, the temperatures remain in the low range. The days in February still feel quite short due to the limited daylight hours. Snow still covers the landscape, making for beautiful winter-scenes. As February ends, residents look forward to March for the beginning signs of spring.Temperature
The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C), barely different from January's 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) is witnessed during February.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout February, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Durham, during February, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. In Durham, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 18.78" (477mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 33min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Durham are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Durham, NH
- Average high temperature in February: 33.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Durham, NH
- Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Durham, NH
- Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Durham, NH
- Average humidity in February: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).
Average rainfall in February
Durham, NH
- Average rainfall in February: 2.13"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in February
Durham, NH
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Durham, NH
- Average snowfall in February: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Durham, NH
- Average snowfall days in February: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Durham, NH
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Durham, NH
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in February
Durham, NH
- 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Durham, NH
- Average cloud cover in February: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Durham, NH
- 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).
