February weather forecast
Chicago, IL

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The city of Chicago in Illinois on the shores of Lake Michigan, with a superb view of the sandy beach of Oak Street
The city of Chicago in Illinois on the shores of Lake Michigan, with a superb view of the sandy beach of Oak Street

Weather in February

February continues the winter season in Chicago, offering snowy landscapes and chilly winds. Coming on the heels of January, the weather remains cold, although there is a minor increase in average maximum and minimum temperatures. The snowfall days decrease a bit from January to nearly 9.9 days, but still enhancing the city's beauty. Expect a similar setting to the previous month with fewer daylight hours. The end of February brings a ray of hope, hinting at the early onset of spring.

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a cold 32°F, a near match to January's 29.7°F. Chicago observes a slightly reduced average nighttime temperature of 23°F during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Chicago, in February, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.81" of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chicago, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 36.97" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Chicago. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 3.54" of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 36.9°F, February is the month with the coldest seawater in Chicago.
Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.

Daylight

In Chicago, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Chicago, Illinois, is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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FAQ

How cold is February in Chicago?

The high-temperature, in February, in Chicago, records 32°F, while the low-temperature is 23°F.

What is the average humidity in February in Chicago?

In Chicago, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How much does it rain in Chicago in February?

In Chicago, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Chicago?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 3.54" of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Chicago?

In Chicago, during February, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" of snow.

What month is the ocean coldest in Chicago?

February is the month with the coldest seawater in Chicago, with an average ocean temperature of 36.9°F.

How cold is the water in February in Chicago?

In Chicago, in February, the average water temperature is 36.9°F. For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in February in Chicago?

The average day length in February in Chicago, Illinois, is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Chicago?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chicago, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Chicago?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in February in Chicago?

In Chicago, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJFebruaryMAMJJASOND
Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
29.7°F
32°F
41.5°F
Average low temperature
20.7°F
23°F
32.2°F
Average pressure
30.11"Hg
30.09"Hg
30.09"Hg
Average wind speed
12.5mph
11.9mph
11mph
Average max. wind speed
13.1mph
12.5mph
11.6mph
Average wind speed gusts
18.1mph
18.1mph
18.1mph
Average humidity
82%
81%
77%
Average rainfall
1.77"
1.81"
2.13"
Average rainfall days
6.6
5.5
11.8
Average snowfall
3.39"
3.54"
1.34"
Average snowfall days
10.6
9.9
6.1
Average sea temperature
39°F
36.9°F
37.8°F
Average daylight
9h 3min
10h 4min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
3h 4min
3h 5min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
13.6
11.6
13.9
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
62%
59%
50%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi

Average temperature in February
Chicago, IL

Average temperature in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Chicago, IL

Average pressure in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Chicago, IL

Average wind speed in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Chicago, IL

Average humidity in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Chicago, IL

Average rainfall in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in February
Chicago, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Chicago, IL

Average snowfall in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Chicago, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Chicago, IL

Average sea temperature in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average sea temperature in February: 36.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36.9°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chicago, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Chicago, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Chicago, IL

Average UV index in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Chicago, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
Chicago, IL

Average visibility in February - Chicago, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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