February weather - Winter 2024

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 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

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Weather in February

February sees a slight elevation in temperatures, with a hopeful eye to the onset of Spring. The month oftentimes is both a farewell to the intense chill of January and an invitation to milder conditions. Cincinnati experiences an uptick in humidity levels, keeping the air comfortably moist during winter's last full month. The difference from its predecessor is palpable yet subtle, providing a nuanced variation in the still-dominant winter pattern. The city's weather fosters an air of anticipation for the transformation heralded by the approaching season.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Cincinnati during February is a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. The average low-temperature during February nights is a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout February, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall in Cincinnati. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cincinnati, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February in Cincinnati, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Cincinnati during February?

In Cincinnati, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What are the most humid months in Cincinnati?

The months with the highest humidity in Cincinnati, Ohio, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February in Cincinnati?

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, Ohio, in February, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Cincinnati?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Cincinnati, Ohio. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cincinnati in February?

In Cincinnati, Ohio, during February, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cincinnati have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Cincinnati?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cincinnati, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cincinnati?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cincinnati, Ohio, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Cincinnati?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

36.1°F 2.3°C

40.8°F 4.9°C

51.4°F 10.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.3mph 15km/h

9.1mph 14.6km/h

8.8mph 14.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.5

15.2

14.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

Average low temperature in February: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall in February: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Cincinnati, OH

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in February
Cincinnati, OH

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
Cincinnati, OH

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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February weather forecast
Cincinnati, OH

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