February weather forecast
Banff, Canada

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Weather in February

As the last full month of winter, February offers the highest snowfall of 272mm (10.71"), enabling winter sports enthusiasts to fully engage in their outdoor activities. Despite the cold temperature dipping to -15.9°C (3.4°F), longer daylight hours compared to January offer more opportunities to appreciate the stunning sight of the snow-covered Rockies. The month witnesses a relative drop in wind speed, making it less challenging for those venturing outdoors. February marks the gradual retreat of winter as Banff prepares for the upcoming spring.

Temperature

The shift into February in Banff, Canada, uncovers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -6.9°C (19.6°F), subtly different from the previous month. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of -15.9°C (3.4°F) in February.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months in Banff.

Rainfall

In Banff, during February, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Banff, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 589mm (23.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Banff, during February, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of snow. In Banff, during the entire year, snow falls for 133.1 days and aggregates up to 1671mm (65.79") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of February, in Banff, Canada, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Banff is 5.4h.

UV index

January through March, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Banff, Canada. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during February leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Banff?

The high-temperature, in February, in Banff, is -6.9°C (19.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to -15.9°C (3.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Banff?

The months with the highest humidity in Banff are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in February in Banff?

In February, the average relative humidity in Banff is 91%.

How much does it rain in Banff in February?

In Banff, Canada, during February, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Banff in February?

In Banff, during February, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Banff?

In Banff, Canada, the average day length in February is 10h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Banff?

On the first day of February in Banff, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Banff?

In Banff, Canada, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Banff?

The months with the lowest UV index in Banff, Canada, are January through March, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Banff?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Banff, Canada, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Banff, Canada

Average temperature in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-8.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.9°C).

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Average pressure in February
Banff, Canada

Average pressure in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average pressure in February: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Banff, Canada

Average wind speed in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Banff, Canada

Average humidity in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

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Average rainfall in February
Banff, Canada

Average rainfall in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Banff, Canada

Average rainfall days in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Banff, Canada

Average snowfall in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 174mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (324mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Banff, Canada

Average snowfall days in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Banff, Canada

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Banff, Canada

Average sunshine days in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Banff, Canada

Average UV index in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Banff, Canada

Average cloud cover in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in February
Banff, Canada

Average visibility in February - Banff, Canada
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).

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