Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
February begins with an average high-temperature of a wintry 32°F (0°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Chicago records a slight downturn to an average a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
In Chicago, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.Rainfall
In Chicago, in February, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Chicago. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.On the first day of February in Chicago, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Chicago, Illinois, the average sunshine in February is 3.9h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Chicago is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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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