February 29 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Denver. With minimal rain risk (11%) and pleasant highs of 9°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Denver, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Denver
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Denver Weather Forecast for February 29
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.7°C. 11% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Denver in February
Based on historical data for February 29, Denver typically experiences temperatures between -7.2°C and 8.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (11% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Denver
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
8.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-7.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6.5°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
11%
Avg 0.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~11% chance
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
High volatility
Denver Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 8 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 44 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 66 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 110 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
0.2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
83/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
Routine only • View Details →
Landing Slots
~958
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Denver
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:34
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
17:52
⏱️ Daylight
11h 18m
Wind Speed
13.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
55%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Denver
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Denver on February 29 averages 8.7°C with a 11% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 54/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Denver Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 7
9.5°C • 11% rain
Score
59
March 3
9.3°C • 14% rain
Score
57
March 6
9.2°C • 14% rain
Score
57
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Denver Worth Visiting on February 29?
Planning a trip to Denver on February 29? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.7°C with a 11% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 958 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 14.9°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -12.9°C in 1996.