February weather forecast
Herstal, Belgium

February

Weather in February

February continues this trend of cold temperatures and high humidity in Herstal. Compared to January, the amount of snowfall declines from 50mm (1.97") to 38mm (1.5"), but the lack of sunshine still remains the same. The breeze becomes perceptibly stronger this month, sweeping down alleyways and chilling to the bone. Despite these shorter periods of daylight, Herstal will start to see lengthening days. The frigid heart of winter retains its grip on the city, but inklings of spring lie just around the corner.

Temperature

Herstal's weather in February indicates an average high-temperature of a still wintry 5.2°C (41.4°F), nearly consistent with the 4.1°C (39.4°F) of January. Herstal observes an average low-temperature of 0°C (32°F) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Herstal, during February, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. In Herstal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.2 days and collects up to 544mm (21.42") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Herstal, during February, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 135mm (5.31") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Herstal, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:17 CET.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?
In Herstal, 5.2°C (41.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 0°C (32°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the average humidity in February?
In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in February?
In Herstal, during February, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in February in Herstal?
In Herstal, in February, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 38mm (1.5") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Herstal have in February?
In Herstal, the average day length in February is 10h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, in Herstal, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:17 CET.
How long on average sun shines in February?
In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in February?
In Herstal, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average temperature in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in February: 5.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 0°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.3°C).

Average pressure in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average pressure in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average pressure in February: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average wind speed in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in February: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average humidity in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

Average rainfall in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average rainfall in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in February: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average rainfall days in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.7 days).

Average snowfall in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average snowfall in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in February: 38mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average snowfall days in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average sunshine days in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average UV index in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average cloud cover in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in February - Herstal, Belgium
Average visibility in February
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October, November and December (8km).

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