February weather forecast
Lafayette, IN

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Weather in February

February still carries winter's icy touch, albeit a bit milder compared to January. The mercury begins a subtle increase, with the higher temperatures reaching to approximately 36.3°F (2.4°C). Despite this, snowfall continues to be present, marking off the winter season. More sunlight pierces through the cloud cover as there's a slight decrease in cloud percentage, indicating the upcoming spring. Lafayette citizens anticipate the appearance of the first signs of new life as winter slowly loosens its grip towards the end of the month.

Temperature

February's onset in Lafayette records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) from January's 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In February, Lafayette encounters an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Lafayette, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, during February, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Lafayette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lafayette, Indiana. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February in Lafayette, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lafayette, the average sunshine in February is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Lafayette is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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 February in Lafayette?

During February, Lafayette experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Lafayette?

The average relative humidity in February in Lafayette is 82%.

How much does it rain in Lafayette in February?

In Lafayette, in February, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lafayette?

The months with the most snowfall in Lafayette are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Lafayette?

In February, in Lafayette, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout February, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in February in Lafayette is 10h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Lafayette?

On the first day of February in Lafayette, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Lafayette?

The average sunshine duration in February in Lafayette is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Lafayette?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Lafayette, IN

Average temperature in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in February
Lafayette, IN

Average pressure in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Lafayette, IN

Average wind speed in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
Lafayette, IN

Average humidity in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.44"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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
Lafayette, IN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average sunshine days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Lafayette, IN

Average UV index in February - Lafayette, IN
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Lafayette, IN

Average cloud cover in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in February
Lafayette, IN

Average visibility in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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