February weather forecastMetropolis, IL
February
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Metropolis, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).Temperature
The transition into February is marked with an average high-temperature of a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C), showing an insignificant shift from January's 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average temperature during February nights is registered at a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Metropolis is 78%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout February, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Metropolis, Illinois, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 4.8h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Metropolis. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average high temperature in February: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 31.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average wind speed in February: 8.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average humidity in February: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall in February: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall in February: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Metropolis, IL
- Average cloud cover in February: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in February
Metropolis, 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).
