February weather forecastAltamont, IL
February
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Altamont, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).Temperature
The transition into February shows a subtle variation to a still icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) from January's 35.6°F (2°C) in the average high-temperature. In February, Altamont records an average nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Altamont is February, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Altamont, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Altamont, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 46min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 4.5h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Altamont, IL
- Average high temperature in February: 40.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in February
Altamont, IL
- Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Altamont, IL
- Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Altamont, IL
- Average humidity in February: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Altamont, IL
- Average rainfall in February: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").
Average rainfall days in February
Altamont, IL
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Altamont, IL
- Average snowfall in February: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Altamont, IL
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Altamont, IL
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
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: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in February
Altamont, IL
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Altamont, IL
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Altamont, IL
- Average cloud cover in February: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Altamont, IL
- 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).
