February weather forecastElmhurst, IL
February
Weather in February
As February rolls in, Elmhurst, Illinois starts to slowly shed off the chill of January. The shifts are minimal but noticeable, with a slight increase in daily sun exposure. An interesting feature about the February weather is that this month sees maximum snowfall of 3.86" (98mm). The wind chill starts to ease down a fraction while the freezing temperatures persist. Heading towards the end of the month, a reassurance of more sunlight hours is palpable in the air.Temperature
With the advent of February, Elmhurst's high-temperatures adjust to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Elmhurst throughout February, records an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Elmhurst are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Elmhurst, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elmhurst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elmhurst, 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 5:06 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Elmhurst, the average sunshine in February is 3.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February in Elmhurst, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average high temperature in February: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°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 (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in February
Elmhurst, 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).
Average wind speed in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Elmhurst, 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%).
Average rainfall in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average rainfall in February: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").
Average rainfall days in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average snowfall in February: 3.86"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average snowfall days in February: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
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 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average sunshine days in February: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Elmhurst, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Elmhurst, IL
- Average cloud cover in February: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Elmhurst, 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).
