February weather forecast
Elgin, IL

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Weather in February

February continues with substantially cold conditions in Elgin. While there is a slight increase from January's frigid conditions, it is not enough to consider it a breakthrough from winter's grasp. Due to the persistently low temperatures, snowfall remains prevalent, adding to the white wintertime vista. This period is a haven for winter sport enthusiasts. Amid the expansive snow-covered terrain, one can feel the vibrancy of the city's residents as they adapt to the winter ambiance.

Temperature

The initiation of February in Elgin records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. In the month of February, Elgin records a consistent average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Elgin is 83%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, during February, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elgin, in February, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Elgin, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elgin, Illinois, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of February, in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Elgin, the average sunshine in February is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Elgin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elgin in February?

During February, Elgin experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Elgin?

In February, the average relative humidity in Elgin, Illinois, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Elgin in February?

In Elgin, Illinois, during February, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Elgin?

In Elgin, in February, during 11 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Elgin?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Elgin?

In Elgin, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Elgin?

The average daily maximum UV index in February 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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Average temperature in February
Elgin, IL

Average temperature in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.3°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Elgin, IL

Average pressure in February - Elgin, 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
Elgin, IL

Average wind speed in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
Elgin, IL

Average humidity in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in February
Elgin, IL

Average rainfall in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in February
Elgin, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Elgin, IL

Average snowfall in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Elgin, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Elgin, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Elgin, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Elgin, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Elgin, IL

Average UV index in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Elgin, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in February
Elgin, IL

Average visibility in February - Elgin, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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