February weather forecast
Chamonix, France

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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

How cold is February in Chamonix?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Chamonix, is -2.1°C (28.2°F) and the average low-temperature is -11.3°C (11.7°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.

How many days does it rain in February in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, in February, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Chamonix?

In February, in Chamonix, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout February, 149mm (5.87") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chamonix have in February?

The average day length in February in Chamonix, France, is 10h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Chamonix?

On the first day of February in Chamonix, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:17 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Chamonix have in February?

In Chamonix, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chamonix?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, the average daily maximum UV index in February 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
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average pressure in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average wind speed in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average humidity in February
Chamonix, France

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%).

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Average rainfall in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average rainfall days in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average snowfall in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average snowfall days in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chamonix, France

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chamonix, France
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average UV index in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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Average visibility in February
Chamonix, France

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).

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