February weather forecast
Newport, KY

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Weather in February

Greeted by a slight upturn in temperature after January, February in Newport, Kentucky brings incremental changes in climatic conditions. Temperatures range from 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to 40.8°F (4.9°C), offering a slight respite from January's extensive cold. There is an increase in average rainfall which contributes to the slightly elevated humidity level. Despite being a winter month, February sees a marginal reduction in snowfall frequency and intensity. The sunshine hours also increase, alluding to the approaching spring and the end of the frosty winter season.

Temperature

With the onset of February, Newport's average high-temperature clocks in at a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is noted in Newport during the month of February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Newport, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Newport, Kentucky, during February, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Newport, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of February, in Newport, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Newport?

February temperatures in Newport vary between a high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Newport?

The months with the highest humidity in Newport, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February in Newport?

The average relative humidity in February in Newport is 81%.

How much does it rain in Newport in February?

In Newport, Kentucky, in February, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Newport?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Newport. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Newport?

In Newport, Kentucky, in February, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in February?

In Newport, the average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Newport?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Newport?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Newport is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Newport?

In Newport, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Newport, KY

Average temperature in February - Newport, KY
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Newport, KY

Average pressure in February - Newport, KY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Newport, KY

Average wind speed in February - Newport, KY
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Newport, KY

Average humidity in February - Newport, KY
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in February
Newport, KY

Average rainfall in February - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in February
Newport, KY

Average rainfall days in February - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Newport, KY

Average snowfall in February - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Newport, KY

Average snowfall days in February - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Newport, KY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Newport, KY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Newport, KY

Average sunshine days in February - Newport, KY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in February
Newport, KY

Average UV index in February - Newport, KY
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Newport, KY

Average cloud cover in February - Newport, KY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
Newport, KY

Average visibility in February - Newport, KY
  • 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).

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