Coaldale Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Coaldale

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
0.3°C
Avg Low
❄️
-9.1°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
-4.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
17 mm
Avg Humidity
💧
76%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.9 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
-10.8°C
temp difference
❄️Freezing afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies💧Dry month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Coaldale February Weather Overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Coaldale, with average highs near 0.3°C and lows around -9.1°C (mean -4.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 17 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

Coaldale February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Coaldale. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Coaldale was 2016 — when the month averaged 1.6°C — while the coldest was 2019 at -16.6°C. Typical February days reach 0.3°C with nights near -9.1°C. The long-term trend is cooling, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-4.1°C→-5.5°C-1.4°C
Max Temp0.6°C→-0.9°C-1.5°C
Min Temp-8.8°C→-10.1°C-1.3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp-0.5°C/decade ↘
Max Temp-0.5°C/decade ↘
Min Temp-0.4°C/decade ↘

Distribution of Avg Temp

-17.0°C–-12.2°C1 yr (2%)
-12.2°C–-7.5°C10 yr (22%)
-7.5°C–-2.7°C17 yr (38%)
-2.7°C–2.0°C17 yr (38%)

Coaldale February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the drier months in Coaldale, averaging 17 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 2018 with 39 mm, while the driest was 1998 at 3 mm.

Coaldale February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Coaldale during February averages 76%. The most humid February was 2018 at 89%, and the least humid was 1999 at 67%.

Coaldale February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 2.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Coaldale. The sunniest Februarys were 1998 and 2018 at 2.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2015 at 2.

Coaldale February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Coaldale during February is 3.9 m/s. The windiest Februarys were 2002, 2022 and 2023, among others at 5 m/s, while the calmest was 2019 at 2.8 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Coaldale

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Freezing
Afternoon
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Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How February Ranks in Coaldale

🥶3rd coolest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️9th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Coaldale Weather by Month

Coaldale February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-4.8°C-2.9°C-3.8°C-5.8°C-4.9°C-0.1°C
Avg High-0.1°C1.8°C1.0°C-1.0°C-0.3°C-0.2°C
Avg Low-9.5°C-7.7°C-8.6°C-10.6°C-9.5°C0°C
Avg Rain17 mm12 mm18 mm19 mm18 mm+1 mm

Extreme February Records in Coaldale

🔥Warmest February18.4°C1992
🧊Coldest February-36.2°C1989
🌧️Wettest February39 mm2018
🏜️Driest February3 mm1998
🌬️Windiest February5 m/s1999

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Coaldale have fallen by about 1.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -36.2°C (1989) to a record high of 18.4°C (1992).

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Rainfall in February is one of the drier months, averaging 17 mm, with a wettest year of 39 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Coaldale?

A quieter season to visit Coaldale

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of July and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Coaldale. That said, February — with days averaging 0.3°C and nights around -9.1°C (mean -4.4°C) and low rainfall (17 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Coaldale's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Coaldale Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Coaldale, with average highs near 0.3°C and lows around -9.1°C (mean -4.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 17 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 17 mm of rainfall in Coaldale, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 39 mm (2018), and the driest just 3 mm (1998). Humidity sits around 76% and average wind speed is 3.9 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.5 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How February has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have fallen by about 1.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.6°C to -0.9°C and overnight lows from -8.8°C to -10.1°C over the same span.
February Weather in Coaldale, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025-5.0°C-9.7°C-14.5°C12.9°C-25.3°C17 mm79%3.8 m/s2.6
20243.1°C-1.8°C-6.7°C14.1°C-19.1°C29 mm77%3.6 m/s2.4
20231.2°C-3.0°C-7.3°C7.7°C-25.3°C18 mm69%5 m/s2.3
20221.3°C-3.5°C-8.2°C13.4°C-24.3°C14 mm68%5 m/s2.2
2021-5.1°C-9.4°C-13.6°C8.2°C-29.2°C12 mm73%4.1 m/s2.7
20202.9°C-1.7°C-6.4°C11.9°C-14.5°C16 mm71%4.8 m/s2.5
2019 ❄️-12.1°C-16.6°C-21.0°C5.3°C-26.2°C27 mm83%2.8 m/s2.7
2018 🌧️-6.2°C-12.0°C-17.8°C0.8°C-31.0°C39 mm89%3.8 m/s2.8
2017-1.6°C-5.5°C-9.4°C10.0°C-27.8°C29 mm78%3.6 m/s2.3
2016 🔥6.7°C1.6°C-3.4°C13.3°C-12.0°C10 mm71%4.5 m/s2.4
20152.7°C-2.2°C-7.0°C12.2°C-15.3°C22 mm78%3.5 m/s2
2014-4.4°C-9.1°C-13.8°C5.9°C-27.5°C11 mm73%3.8 m/s2.6
20133.5°C-0.9°C-5.3°C7.5°C-10.8°C10 mm74%4.6 m/s2.3
20122.0°C-3.2°C-8.3°C6.9°C-16.3°C13 mm73%3.9 m/s2.4
2011-4.3°C-8.8°C-13.3°C7.1°C-26.7°C20 mm79%4.7 m/s2.3
20103.3°C-1.7°C-6.7°C12.2°C-14.5°C5 mm81%2.9 m/s2.6
20091.1°C-3.8°C-8.7°C8.4°C-20.0°C16 mm75%3.4 m/s2.6
20081.0°C-4.0°C-9.1°C7.9°C-25.1°C18 mm82%3.8 m/s2.6
2007-1.2°C-5.4°C-9.5°C7.1°C-22.1°C24 mm79%3.8 m/s2.2
20060.6°C-4.2°C-9.0°C8.1°C-27.9°C25 mm74%4.3 m/s2.2
20054.1°C-1.1°C-6.4°C11.9°C-14.1°C8 mm68%3.8 m/s2.6
20043.3°C-2.1°C-7.5°C10.6°C-22.4°C9 mm81%3.4 m/s2.7
20030.2°C-4.5°C-9.1°C8.3°C-21.5°C20 mm79%3.2 m/s2.3
20022.4°C-2.2°C-6.7°C8.8°C-16.8°C21 mm70%5 m/s2.4
2001-3.2°C-7.4°C-11.6°C5.5°C-18.4°C15 mm79%3.3 m/s2.7
20001.6°C-3.4°C-8.3°C9.5°C-15.8°C22 mm80%3.4 m/s2.5
19994.7°C0.5°C-3.7°C12.4°C-9.5°C9 mm67%5 m/s2.6
19985.6°C0.8°C-4.0°C10.5°C-9.5°C3 mm72%3.1 m/s2.8
19972.9°C-1.7°C-6.2°C11.1°C-12.2°C15 mm78%3.9 m/s2.5
19960.6°C-4.3°C-9.1°C11.8°C-33.3°C10 mm73%4.5 m/s2.2
19951.5°C-3.1°C-7.7°C14.8°C-24.0°C6 mm71%3.7 m/s2.5
1994-6.1°C-11.2°C-16.3°C3.6°C-34.9°C24 mm86%3.8 m/s2.4
1993-1.9°C-6.7°C-11.5°C7.9°C-21.7°C15 mm77%3.5 m/s2.6
19925.6°C0.4°C-4.9°C18.4°C-14.4°C7 mm74%3.5 m/s2.5
19915.6°C1.5°C-2.7°C9.3°C-15.7°C19 mm76%4.2 m/s2.4
1990-0.3°C-5.6°C-10.9°C11.6°C-27.9°C14 mm76%4.8 m/s2.4
1989-6.7°C-11.4°C-16.2°C6.2°C-36.2°C25 mm77%3.3 m/s2.5
19881.7°C-3.5°C-8.7°C14.6°C-24.8°C14 mm71%4.7 m/s2.5
19874.8°C0.2°C-4.4°C12.2°C-12.4°C12 mm72%3.7 m/s2.5
1986-3.3°C-7.9°C-12.5°C12.6°C-26.1°C27 mm83%3.2 m/s2.1
1985-4.1°C-8.9°C-13.8°C5.8°C-31.2°C20 mm87%4.2 m/s2.4
19845.1°C0.8°C-3.4°C9.3°C-7.1°C10 mm69%4.4 m/s2.5
19833.9°C-0.5°C-4.9°C15.1°C-13.7°C10 mm82%3.2 m/s—
1982-3.7°C-8.6°C-13.5°C6.2°C-31.4°C22 mm87%3.3 m/s—
19811.7°C-3.3°C-8.3°C10.7°C-30.4°C15 mm78%4.2 m/s—

Actual recorded February data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Coaldale February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Coaldale in February?▼

The average high in February is around 0.3°C with lows near -9.1°C (mean -4.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Coaldale in February?▼

February averages 17 mm of rainfall in Coaldale, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 39 mm in 2018.

What was the hottest February on record in Coaldale?▼

The hottest February reached 18.4°C in 1992. The coldest dipped to -36.2°C in 1989.

Has February in Coaldale gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have fallen by about 1.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.6°C to -0.9°C and overnight lows from -8.8°C to -10.1°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Coaldale?▼

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Coaldale and one of the drier months, so plan for around 0.3°C daytime highs and -9.1°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Coaldale?▼

Not quite — February is the 3rd coolest month in Coaldale, averaging -4.4°C.

What should I pack for Coaldale in February?▼

For February in Coaldale, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 0.3°C and lows of -9.1°C.

Is Coaldale humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 76% — quite humid.

How windy is Coaldale in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 3.9 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 5 m/s (1999).

Which February had the most rainfall in Coaldale?▼

The wettest February on record was 2018 with 39 mm. On average, February sees 17 mm.

Where does this February weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Coaldale behaves each February, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for February specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.