February weather forecast
Des Plaines, IL

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Weather in February

February is marginally warmer than January in Des Plaines, although the winter conditions continue to persist. A slight increase in temperature is noted, reaching up to an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Still a winter month, it experiences snowfall and cloudy skies, but there's also a slight uptick in daylight hours. While the city remains under the sway of winter, early signs of the upcoming spring season start to surface towards the end of the month. March promises a significant change in weather conditions.

Temperature

February brings a marginal elevation to a still freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) from January's 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in Des Plaines's average high-temperatures. In Des Plaines, February is marked by an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Des Plaines.

Rainfall

In Des Plaines, Illinois, in February, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Des Plaines, there are 153.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Des Plaines, Illinois, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Des Plaines is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Des Plaines is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Des Plaines in February?

Des Plaines in February has an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Des Plaines?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February in Des Plaines?

In February, the average relative humidity in Des Plaines is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February in Des Plaines?

In February, in Des Plaines, Illinois, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout February, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Des Plaines?

The month with the most snowfall in Des Plaines is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Des Plaines in February?

In Des Plaines, Illinois, in February, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Des Plaines have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Des Plaines?

On the first day of February in Des Plaines, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Des Plaines have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Des Plaines, Illinois, is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Des Plaines?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
28.8°F -1.8°C
31.8°F -0.1°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
Average low temperature
18.1°F -7.7°C
20.7°F -6.3°C
31.3°F -0.4°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
10.8mph 17.4km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.4mph 18.3km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16mph 25.7km/h
16.1mph 25.9km/h
15.7mph 25.3km/h
Average humidity
82%
82%
76%
Average rainfall
1.65" 42mm
1.73" 44mm
1.93" 49mm
Average rainfall days
6.3
5.3
11.3
Average snowfall
4.45" 113mm
4.84" 123mm
1.34" 34mm
Average snowfall days
10.6
10.1
6.1
Average daylight
9h 3min
10h 4min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
3h 4min
3h 5min
6h 0min
Average sunshine days
15.2
13.4
14.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
62%
59%
51%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average temperature in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average pressure in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"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
Des Plaines, IL

Average wind speed in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average humidity in February - Des Plaines, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average rainfall in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average snowfall in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Des Plaines, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Des Plaines, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average UV index in February - Des Plaines, 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
Des Plaines, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Des Plaines, 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 29).

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Average visibility in February
Des Plaines, IL

Average visibility in February - Des Plaines, 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).

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