Colchester weather in February (Essex, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Colchester in February? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Colchester includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 9°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Colchester in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 78 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Colchester. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Colchester climate page with graphs.

 

Colchester, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 78 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in February

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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