February weather - Winter 2025 - Vatican City, Vatican City

Weather in February
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Average pressure in February
Average wind speed in February
Average humidity in February
Average rainfall in February
Average rainfall days in February
Average snowfall in February
Average snowfall days in February
Average daylight in February
Average sunshine in February
Average sunshine days in February
Average UV index in February
Average cloud cover in February
Average visibility in February

The famous artistic St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with the rest of the Vatican City in Rome, Italy

Weather in February

The weather in Vatican City in February begins to transition towards spring, with slightly warmer temperatures than in January and a decrease in cloud cover by 3%. The temperature range expands marginally from 6.3°C (43.3°F) to 12.6°C (54.7°F), indicating the beginning of the end of the cold season. February receives a relatively moderate amount of rainfall: 52mm (2.05") over an estimated 12 days, with some potential for snow accumulation, albeit a minimal 4mm (0.16") in total. Contributing to the overall mildness of the month is the average wind speed, which picks up a notch at 13.2km/h (8.2mph). February's weather offers favorable conditions for exploring the Vatican City, enjoying the external architecture, and attending the Pope's weekly Angelus.

Temperature

Vatican City's shift into February sets the average high-temperature at a still cool 12.6°C (54.7°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from January's 11.9°C (53.4°F). In February, the recorded average low-temperature in Vatican City is a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

In Vatican City, Vatican City, the average relative humidity in February is 73%.

Rainfall

In Vatican City, in February, during 12.3 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vatican City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 561mm (22.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall in Vatican City is February. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

Daylight

In Vatican City, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:59 CET.

Sunshine

In Vatican City, the average sunshine in February is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 12.6°C (54.7°F) and 6.3°C (43.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Vatican City, the average relative humidity in February is 73%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Vatican City, in February, during 12.3 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow.

When does it start snowing?

February is the first month it typically snows. Throughout February, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vatican City have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, in Vatican City, Vatican City, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:59 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Vatican City have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Vatican City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

11.9°C 53.4°F

12.6°C 54.7°F

15.3°C 59.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.6km/h 7.8mph

14.2km/h 8.8mph

13.1km/h 8.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.5

13.3

15.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average high temperature in February: 12.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

Average low temperature in February: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.2°C).

Average pressure in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average pressure in February: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average wind speed in February: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average humidity in February: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall in February: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall in February: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall days in February: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average UV index in February: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average cloud cover in February: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in February
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

February weather forecast
Vatican City, Vatican City

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