February weather forecastChamonix, France
February
Weather in February
February in Chamonix maintains the winter season's chill, although slightly less intense than January. The frosty conditions continue, most notably in the evenings and at night. Reprieve comes in the form of increasing daylight hours, hinting at the approaching end of winter. During February, the highest temperatures nudge slightly upwards to -2.1°C (28.2°F) and the lows to -11.3°C (11.7°F). Activities like skiing, snowboarding, and winter hiking continue to attract outdoor enthusiasts.Temperature
The initiation of February records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -2.1°C (28.2°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. During February, Chamonix's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of -11.3°C (11.7°F).Humidity
In Chamonix, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout February, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chamonix, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chamonix, in February, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 149mm (5.87") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Chamonix is 10h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:17 CET.
Sunshine
In Chamonix, the average sunshine in February is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Chamonix are January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Chamonix, France
- Average high temperature in February: -2.1°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in February: -11.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).
Average pressure in February
Chamonix, France
- Average pressure in February: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in February
Chamonix, France
- Average wind speed in February: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in February
Chamonix, France
- Average humidity in February: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in February
Chamonix, France
- Average rainfall in February: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Chamonix, France
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Chamonix, France
- Average snowfall in February: 149mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in February
Chamonix, France
- Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chamonix, France
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Chamonix, France
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Chamonix, France
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Chamonix, France
- Average cloud cover in February: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in February
Chamonix, France
- Average visibility in February: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
