February weather forecast
Leuven, Belgium

February

Weather in February

As the calendar turns to February, the Belgian city of Leuven sees a subtle rise in temperatures. With highs of 6.3°C (43.3°F), temperatures begin to move away from the chilliness of January, although the nights still hover around the freezing point. More snow is expected, albeit less substantial than in January, with accumulations reaching 41mm (1.61") spread across 5 days. Additionally, with an average of 14.7 rainy days, February experiences more rainy days than snow-filled ones. Regular bursts of sunshine are common, resulting in an overall brighter month.

Temperature

The onset of February brings an average high-temperature of a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F), nearly matching the January temperature. During the nights of February, Leuven records an average temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F), a minor drop from daytime peaks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

In Leuven, during February, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Leuven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 393mm (15.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:20 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?
An average high-temperature, in February, in Leuven, is 6.3°C (43.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How many days does it rain in February?
In Leuven, during February, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month?
The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.
How many days does it snow in February?
In Leuven, during February, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Leuven have in February?
The average day length in February in Leuven is 10h and 3min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:20 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Leuven have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February in Leuven is 4.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Leuven.
What is the UV index intensity in February in Leuven?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average temperature in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in February: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

Average pressure in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average pressure in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average pressure in February: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average wind speed in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in February: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average humidity in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average rainfall in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in February: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average rainfall days in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average snowfall in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in February: 41mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (41mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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 - Leuven, Belgium
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average sunshine days in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in February - Leuven, Belgium
Average visibility in February
Leuven, Belgium
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

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

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