February weather forecast
Edmonton, Canada

The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada
The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada

February

Weather in February

February continues to keep Edmonton under its cold grasp, though the daylight hours slowly begin to increase. Snowfall persists, laying a thick blanket over the city. The winds grow slightly milder, setting the stage for a relatively calmer period. Compared to January, temperatures plummet even further to -15.1°C (4.8°F), maintaining the icy trend of the previous month.

Temperature

February's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -6.8°C (19.8°F), diverging marginally from January's -6.5°C (20.3°F). During the month of February, an average temperature of -15.1°C (4.8°F) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Edmonton, the average relative humidity in February is 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Edmonton is February, when the rain falls for 1.6 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In February, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout February, 64mm (2.52") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Edmonton, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 539mm (21.22") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Edmonton is February, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?
The high-temperature, in February, in Edmonton, records -6.8°C (19.8°F), while the low-temperature is -15.1°C (4.8°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
The average relative humidity in February in Edmonton is 91%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 1.6 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in February?
In Edmonton, in February, during 1.6 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in February?
In Edmonton, Canada, in February, during 10.8 snowfall days, 64mm (2.52") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Edmonton have in February?
In Edmonton, Canada, the average day length in February is 9h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Edmonton have in February?
In Edmonton, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in February?
In Edmonton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average temperature in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -15.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

Average pressure in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average pressure in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average pressure in February: 1020.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average wind speed in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average humidity in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (60%).

Average rainfall in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average rainfall in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average rainfall days in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average snowfall in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 64mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (90mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average snowfall days in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average sunshine days in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average UV index in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average cloud cover in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February - Edmonton, Canada
Average visibility in February
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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