February weather forecast
Madison, WI

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The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening
The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening

Weather in February

Despite the slight rise in temperature by a few degrees in February, the Wisconsin capital still experiences a typical winter climate. The chill in the air is palpable as snow continues to be a prominent feature of this month's weather. The high relative humidity persists, contributing to the frosty mornings. With the daylight hours starting to stretch, residents get a peek of the sun's rays more frequently compared to January. The snow-clad city continues to turn into a haven for winter sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

The transition from January to February sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Madison, an average nighttime temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is expected during February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Madison, during February, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall in Madison, Wisconsin. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Madison is 10h and 33min.
On the first day of February in Madison, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Madison is 3.5h.

UV index

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Madison?

In February, in Madison, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Madison?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February in Madison?

In February, the average relative humidity in Madison, Wisconsin, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in February in Madison?

In Madison, Wisconsin, in February, during 1.3 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Madison?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Madison?

In February, in Madison, Wisconsin, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout February, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Madison?

The average day length in February is 10h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Madison?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Madison?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Madison is 3.5h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Madison?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Madison, Wisconsin, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Madison, WI

Average temperature in February - Madison, WI
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in February
Madison, WI

Average pressure in February - Madison, WI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Madison, WI

Average wind speed in February - Madison, WI
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Madison, WI

Average humidity in February - Madison, WI
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in February
Madison, WI

Average rainfall in February - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in February
Madison, WI

Average rainfall days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Madison, WI

Average snowfall in February - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Madison, WI

Average snowfall days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Madison, WI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Madison, WI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Madison, WI

Average sunshine days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Madison, WI

Average UV index in February - Madison, WI
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Madison, WI

Average cloud cover in February - Madison, WI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in February
Madison, WI

Average visibility in February - Madison, WI
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).

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