February weather forecastFranklin, VT

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Franklin, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

February brings a marginal elevation to a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) from January's 22.6°F (-5.2°C) in Franklin's average high-temperatures. Franklin experiences an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C) during February nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

February and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Franklin, in February, during 21.7 snowfall days, 13.62" (346mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.8 days and aggregates up to 61.54" (1563mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of February, in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Franklin.

UV index

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into 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. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in February, in Franklin, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

In Franklin, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.

February and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of rain.

In Franklin, in February, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In February, it is snowing for 21.7 days. Throughout February, 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

The average day length in February in Franklin is 10h and 27min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average pressure in February: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average wind speed in February: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average humidity in February: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average snowfall in February: 13.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average snowfall days in February: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average cloud cover in February: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in February
Franklin, VT

  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).