February weather forecast
Bristol, RI

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Weather in February

Given the climatologic shift between January and February, Bristol undergoes subtle transformations in its weather patterns. The snowfall moderately lessens to 1.02" (26mm), providing relief, albeit slight, from the severe conditions of last month. Despite winter still being at its peak, folks manage to adapt to the evolving temperatures and the changes in daylight hours. The sporadic rays of the sun that pierce the vibrant winter skies bring a hint of warmth to the chill. Outdoor enthusiasts seize the opportunities that the gradually improving weather conditions present, basking in the humility of nature.

Temperature

In Bristol, February's average high-temperature stands at a still cold 37.9°F (3.3°C), closely related to the preceding month. In Bristol, the average nighttime temperature during February is a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in February, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bristol, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Bristol is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bristol.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bristol are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bristol in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Bristol, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Bristol?

The average relative humidity in February in Bristol, Rhode Island, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February in Bristol?

In Bristol, during February, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Bristol?

In Bristol, Rhode Island, in February, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in February?

In Bristol, Rhode Island, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Bristol?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Bristol?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Bristol, Rhode Island, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bristol?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bristol are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Bristol?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Bristol is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Bristol, RI

Average temperature in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Bristol, RI

Average pressure in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Bristol, RI

Average wind speed in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Bristol, RI

Average humidity in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in February
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bristol, RI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Bristol, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Bristol, RI

Average UV index in February - Bristol, RI
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Bristol, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Bristol, RI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in February
Bristol, RI

Average visibility in February - Bristol, RI
  • 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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