February weather forecast
Maastricht, Netherlands

February

Weather in February

February maintains the chill of winter with marginally warmer temperatures yet still sees a notable amount of snowfall. There is a slight increase in daylight hours, signaling the future transition from winter to spring. Uniquely, even with higher temperatures than January - peaking at 5.9°C (42.6°F) and a minima of 0.8°C (33.4°F) - the month still experiences an almost equal amount of snowfall, specifically 43mm (1.69"). While snowfall is evident, rainfall becomes increasingly frequent. Consequently, residents prepare for changing weather patterns while enjoying the last essence of winter.

Temperature

The shift to February in Maastricht signals an average high-temperature of a still icy 5.9°C (42.6°F), subtly varied from January's 4.7°C (40.5°F). In Maastricht, an average temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) is noted during February nights.

Humidity

In Maastricht, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

In Maastricht, in February, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Maastricht, there are 173 rainfall days, and 456mm (17.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maastricht are January through March, November and December. In Maastricht, Netherlands, during February, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow. In Maastricht, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.6 days and aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of February in Maastricht, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:17 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Maastricht are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Maastricht?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maastricht, Netherlands, during February are 5.9°C (42.6°F) and 0.8°C (33.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in February in Maastricht?
In Maastricht, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.
How many days does it rain in February in Maastricht?
In Maastricht, in February, during 12.8 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Maastricht in February?
In Maastricht, Netherlands, during February, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Maastricht have in February?
In February, the average day length in Maastricht is 10h and 3min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Maastricht?
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:17 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Maastricht have in February?
In February, the average sunshine duration in Maastricht is 4.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Maastricht?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maastricht.
What is the UV index reading in February in Maastricht?
In Maastricht, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average temperature in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in February: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average pressure in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in February: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average wind speed in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in February: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average humidity in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average rainfall in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in February: 43mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average snowfall in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in February: 43mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (46mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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 - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • 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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average UV index in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • 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 - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in February - Maastricht, Netherlands
Average visibility in February
Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

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

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