February weather forecast
Arlington, MA

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Weather in February

In February, the weather in Arlington, Virginia leans towards the colder side similar to January, although increasing daylight hours hints at the impending spring. The month gets an additional 1.1 hours of daylight displaying the slow but sure journey towards warmer months. Moreover, snowfall in this month increases to 4.72" (120mm), marking February as the highest snowfall month of the year. When March comes around, residents generally start to experience a slight improvement in the weather conditions. Furthermore, February holds the second-highest relative humidity of the year at 78%.

Temperature

February's average high-temperature is a still icy 36.3°F (2.4°C), maintaining a close comparison with January's 33.4°F (0.8°C). In Arlington, the average nighttime temperature during February is a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, in February, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arlington, Massachusetts, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Arlington is February, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Arlington, Massachusetts, is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Arlington is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arlington are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Arlington in February?

The high-temperature in Arlington during February is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the most humid month in Arlington?

The most humid month in Arlington, Massachusetts, is February, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in February in Arlington?

In February, the average relative humidity in Arlington is 78%.

How much does it rain in Arlington in February?

In February, in Arlington, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout February, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Arlington?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Arlington, Massachusetts. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Arlington?

In February, in Arlington, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Arlington?

On the first day of February in Arlington, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arlington?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Arlington, Massachusetts, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Arlington?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arlington, Massachusetts.

How high is the UV index in February in Arlington?

In Arlington, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Arlington, MA

Average temperature in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Arlington, MA

Average pressure in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Arlington, MA

Average wind speed in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in February
Arlington, MA

Average humidity in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in February
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in February
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Arlington, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Arlington, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Arlington, MA

Average UV index in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Arlington, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in February
Arlington, MA

Average visibility in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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