February weather forecast
Harrisburg, IL

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Weather in February

Progressing from January to February, the weather in Harrisburg, Illinois sees a minor uptick, featuring temperatures from 30.2°F (-1°C) to 44.1°F (6.7°C). Amidst the overall cool ambiance, one can expect to witness an increase in daylight hours, on the one hand allowing more sunshine and on the other hand rendering February somewhat warmer than its predecessor. The city continues to enjoy the snowfall, albeit lesser than January. As the month concludes, the weather begins to exhibit signs of an oncoming Spring season.

Temperature

Harrisburg experiences a minor change to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. Harrisburg temperatures generally rest at a low of 30.2°F (-1°C) during the February nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Harrisburg, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Harrisburg, in February, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Harrisburg. In Harrisburg, in February, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Harrisburg is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Harrisburg is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Harrisburg in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Harrisburg, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Harrisburg?

In February, the average relative humidity in Harrisburg, Illinois, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, in February, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, Illinois, during February, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harrisburg have in February?

In February, the average day length in Harrisburg is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Harrisburg?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrisburg have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Harrisburg is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February in Harrisburg?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Harrisburg is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average temperature in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average pressure in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average wind speed in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average humidity in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average rainfall in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average snowfall in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in February
Harrisburg, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Harrisburg, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
Harrisburg, IL

Average visibility in February - Harrisburg, 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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