February weather forecast
Detour, MD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Detour, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

February's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) from January's 36.7°F (2.6°C). Detour experiences an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in the month of February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Detour is February, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Detour, during February, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Detour, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Detour, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of February, in Detour, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Detour, Maryland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Detour?

The high-temperature, in February, in Detour, records 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Detour?

The average relative humidity in February is 79%.

What is the driest month in Detour?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Detour. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Detour?

In February, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout February, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Detour in February?

In February, in Detour, Maryland, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout February, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Detour have in February?

In February, the average day length in Detour is 10h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Detour?

On the first day of February in Detour, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Detour?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Detour, Maryland.

How long on average sun shines in February in Detour?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Detour?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Detour?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Detour, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Detour, MD

Average temperature in February - Detour, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Detour, MD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Detour, MD

Average wind speed in February - Detour, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Detour, MD

Average humidity in February - Detour, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Detour, MD

Average rainfall in February - Detour, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in February
Detour, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Detour, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Detour, MD

Average snowfall in February - Detour, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Detour, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Detour, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Detour, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Detour, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Detour, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Detour, MD

Average UV index in February - Detour, MD
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in February
Detour, MD

Average cloud cover in February - Detour, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Detour, MD

Average visibility in February - Detour, MD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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