February weather forecast
Effingham, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Effingham, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of February coincides with an average high-temperature of a still cold 40.3°F (4.6°C), indicating a minimal shift from January's 35.2°F (1.8°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is observed in Effingham during the February nights.

Humidity

In Effingham, Illinois, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Effingham is February, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Effingham are January through April, November and December. In February, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout February, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Effingham, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Effingham, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of February, in Effingham, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Effingham are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 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. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Effingham in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Effingham, Illinois, are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Effingham?

In Effingham, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.

What is the driest month in Effingham?

The month with the least rainfall in Effingham, Illinois, is February, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Effingham in February?

In Effingham, Illinois, in February, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Effingham?

In Effingham, Illinois, in February, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Effingham?

In Effingham, Illinois, the average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Effingham?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Effingham have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Effingham is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Effingham?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Effingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Effingham, IL

Average temperature in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in February
Effingham, IL

Average pressure in February - Effingham, 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).

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Average wind speed in February
Effingham, IL

Average wind speed in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Effingham, IL

Average humidity in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
Effingham, IL

Average rainfall in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in February
Effingham, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Effingham, IL

Average snowfall in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Effingham, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Effingham, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in February
Effingham, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in February
Effingham, IL

Average UV index in February - Effingham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Effingham, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Effingham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in February
Effingham, IL

Average visibility in February - Effingham, 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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