February weather forecastEvanston, IL
February
Weather in February
In February, Evanston witnesses a slight climb in the temperature. The sky remains mostly cloudy despite the increment in daylight hours. The snowfall figures reduce to 3.07" (78mm), hinting at a nearing departure of winter. It is a continuation of the cold season, but with lesser harshness as compared to January. However, the warm spring still seems a distant dream during this month.Temperature
The start of February marks an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in January. During February, Evanston's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In February, in Evanston, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout February, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 33.31" (846mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Evanston, during February, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.5 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 3.8h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Evanston 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: The maximum UV index of 2 during February translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Evanston, IL
- Average high temperature in February: 31.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 22.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Evanston, IL
- Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Evanston, IL
- Average wind speed in February: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in February
Evanston, IL
- Average humidity in February: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in February
Evanston, IL
- Average rainfall in February: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in February
Evanston, IL
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Evanston, IL
- Average snowfall in February: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Evanston, IL
- Average snowfall days in February: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Evanston, 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 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Evanston, IL
- Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in February
Evanston, 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).
Average cloud cover in February
Evanston, 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 27).
Average visibility in February
Evanston, 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).
