February weather forecast
Arlington Heights, IL

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Weather in February

Despite the slight rise in temperature, February is yet another cold month in Arlington Heights. The pronounceable snowfall of 5.71" (145mm) on an average of 11.9 days cements winter's presence. Skies remain predominantly overcast with a 59% cloud cover. The inundation of sunshine increases slightly but spans only 10.6 hours of daylight. Wind speeds taper off a tad, lending to calmer wintry days.

Temperature

As February takes its course, Arlington Heights's average high-temperature registers at a still subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout February, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Arlington Heights, during February, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arlington Heights are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Arlington Heights is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health 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:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Arlington Heights?

In Arlington Heights, in February, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Arlington Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Arlington Heights are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in February in Arlington Heights?

In February, the average relative humidity in Arlington Heights is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February in Arlington Heights?

In February, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout February, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Arlington Heights?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Arlington Heights in February?

In Arlington Heights, in February, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington Heights have in February?

The average day length in February in Arlington Heights is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Arlington Heights?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arlington Heights, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington Heights have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in February in Arlington Heights?

In Arlington Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average temperature in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average pressure in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average wind speed in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average humidity in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average rainfall in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.89"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average snowfall in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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 Heights, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average UV index in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in February
Arlington Heights, IL

Average visibility in February - Arlington Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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