February weather forecast
Chester, MD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Chester, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Chester's average high-temperature marks a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) with the advent of February, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During the nights in February, Chester observes an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Chester is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in February, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chester, in February, during 3 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chester, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 45.1°F (7.3°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Chester, Maryland, is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of February, in Chester, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Chester is February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Chester?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Chester, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Chester?

The average relative humidity in February in Chester is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February in Chester?

In Chester, in February, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Chester?

In Chester, in February, during 3 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest in Chester?

With an average ocean temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in February in Chester?

In February, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in February?

The average day length in February in Chester, Maryland, is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Chester?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chester, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chester?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Chester is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Chester?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Chester, MD

Average temperature in February - Chester, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in February
Chester, MD

Average pressure in February - Chester, MD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Chester, MD

Average wind speed in February - Chester, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Chester, MD

Average humidity in February - Chester, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Chester, MD

Average rainfall in February - Chester, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in February
Chester, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Chester, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Chester, MD

Average snowfall in February - Chester, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Chester, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Chester, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Chester, MD

Average sea temperature in February - Chester, MD
  • Average sea temperature in February: 45.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chester, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chester, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Chester, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Chester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Chester, MD

Average UV index in February - Chester, MD
  • Average UV index in February: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Chester, MD

Average cloud cover in February - Chester, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
Chester, MD

Average visibility in February - Chester, MD
  • 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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