February weather forecastHalifax, Canada
February
Weather in February
February weather makes hardly a difference from the previous month, maintaining a consistent low of -5.5°C (22.1°F). Halifax city sees regular snowfall, converting the city into a winter wonderland. The gusty winds sweep through the city. A walk around the city can be a sight to behold with streets glittering in the winter sun. February ushers in the last leg of the winter, holding the promise of warmer days.Temperature
In Halifax, the lowest average temperatures are observed in February, with a high of -0.1°C (31.8°F) and a low of -5.5°C (22.1°F).Humidity
The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Halifax, in February, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Halifax, in February, during 9.8 snowfall days, 112mm (4.41") of snow is typically accumulated. In Halifax, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 461mm (18.15") of snow.Sea temperature
February is the month with the coldest seawater in Halifax, with an average sea temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F).Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of February, in Halifax, Canada, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:01 pm AST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In Halifax, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average high temperature in February: -0.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).
- Average low temperature in February: -5.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).
Average pressure in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average pressure in February: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average wind speed in February: 21.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).
Average humidity in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average humidity in February: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall in February: 77mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall in February: 112mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall days in February: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average sea temperature in February: 0.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average sunshine days in February: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average cloud cover in February: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in February
Halifax, Canada
- Average visibility in February: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
