February weather forecast
Gatineau, Canada

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Gatineau, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between min -13.4°C (7.9°F) and max -4.9°C (23.2°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Gatineau's average high-temperature at the onset of February, reaching a still subzero cold -4.9°C (23.2°F) from January's -6.2°C (20.8°F). In Gatineau, in February, the average low-temperature is a frigid cold -13.4°C (7.9°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gatineau, in February, during 4.8 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gatineau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 669mm (26.34") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gatineau, during February, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 218mm (8.58") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gatineau. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Gatineau?
The average high-temperature, in February, in Gatineau, is -4.9°C (23.2°F), while the average low-temperature is -13.4°C (7.9°F).
What is the most humid month in Gatineau?
The months with the highest humidity in Gatineau, Canada, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.
What is the average humidity in February in Gatineau?
In February, the average relative humidity is 91%.
How many days does it rain in February in Gatineau?
In February, in Gatineau, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout February, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Gatineau in February?
In February, in Gatineau, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout February, 218mm (8.58") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in February in Gatineau?
The average day length in February is 10h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Gatineau?
On the first day of February in Gatineau, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Gatineau?
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in February in Gatineau?
The average sunshine duration in February is 2.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gatineau?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gatineau, Canada, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in February in Gatineau?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average temperature in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

Average pressure in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average pressure in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average pressure in February: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average wind speed in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average wind speed in February: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average humidity in February
Gatineau, 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 May (77%).

Average rainfall in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average rainfall in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (44mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average rainfall days in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average snowfall in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 218mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (251mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average snowfall days in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average sunshine days in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in February - Gatineau, Canada
Average cloud cover in February
Gatineau, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in February: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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

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

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