February weather forecast
Vail, CO

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Sunrise over Vail, Colorado hitting the slope of a mountain with nearby golden colored trees and a hill in the distance
Sunrise over Vail, Colorado hitting the slope of a mountain with nearby golden colored trees and a hill in the distance

Weather in February

February continues the wintery spell started in January, but with marginal improvements. Still enveloped in the chills, February offers snowfall amounting to 11.38" (289mm), making it ideal for winter activities. The city experiences an additional hour of daylight which extends outdoor exploration possibilities. This time of the year is perfect for those fond of winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Despite the slightly longer days, it is advisable to pack warm clothing and gear to counter the cold conditions.

Temperature

At the onset of February, Vail records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. During February, Vail's temperature averages to an arctic cold 3.6°F (-15.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Vail, Colorado, in February, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Vail, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Vail is February, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Vail, Colorado, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of February in Vail, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Vail is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Vail?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Vail, Colorado, are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 3.6°F (-15.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Vail?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, February is the most humid month in Vail, Colorado.

What is the average humidity in February in Vail?

In February, the average relative humidity in Vail, Colorado, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in February in Vail?

In Vail, during February, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Vail?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Vail, Colorado. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Vail?

In Vail, in February, during 16 snowfall days, 11.38" (289mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in February is 10h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Vail?

On the first day of February in Vail, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Vail?

The month with the least sunshine in Vail is February, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Vail?

In Vail, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Vail?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Vail, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Vail, CO

Average temperature in February - Vail, CO
  • Average high temperature in February: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 3.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Vail, CO

Average pressure in February - Vail, CO
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Vail, CO

Average wind speed in February - Vail, CO
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Vail, CO

Average humidity in February - Vail, CO
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

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Average rainfall in February
Vail, CO

Average rainfall in February - Vail, CO
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in February
Vail, CO

Average rainfall days in February - Vail, CO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Vail, CO

Average snowfall in February - Vail, CO
  • Average snowfall in February: 11.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.38").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

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Average snowfall days in February
Vail, CO

Average snowfall days in February - Vail, CO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Vail, CO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Vail, CO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Vail, CO

Average sunshine days in February - Vail, CO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Vail, CO

Average UV index in February - Vail, CO
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Vail, CO

Average cloud cover in February - Vail, CO
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in February
Vail, CO

Average visibility in February - Vail, CO
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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