February weather forecast
Belfast, ME

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Weather in February

As the state transitions from January to February, Maine's winter season continues to be in full swing. Nonetheless, the weather pattern indicates a slight increase in temperatures compared to the previous month. Residents note a slight drop in snowfall during February, recording 3.58", frequently leading to calmer winter days. Despite this, numerous outdoor winter activities continue as the cold weather provides the ideal conditions. Belfast, Maine embraces February's weather with seasonal events that celebrate the peak of the winter season.

Temperature

The introduction of February in Belfast, Maine, notes a subtle temperature variation to a still freezing cold 29.8°F from January's 28.4°F. Belfast records a consistent low-temperature of 17.4°F during February nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Belfast, in February, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.65" of accumulated precipitation. In Belfast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 24.29" of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Belfast are January through May, October through December. In Belfast, in February, during 10 snowfall days, 3.58" of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belfast, Maine, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature is 38.7°F.
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February in Belfast, Maine, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belfast. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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FAQ

How cold is it in Belfast in February?

In Belfast, 29.8°F is the average high-temperature and 17.4°F is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month in Belfast?

The months with the highest humidity are February and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in February in Belfast?

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February in Belfast?

In Belfast, during February, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Belfast?

In Belfast, Maine, during February, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" of snow.

How cold is the water in February in Belfast?

In Belfast, Maine, in February, the average water temperature is 38.7°F. For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

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

In February, the average day length in Belfast, Maine, is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Belfast?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Belfast?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Belfast?

In Belfast, Maine, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belfast?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belfast.

What is the UV index reading in February in Belfast?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Belfast, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Long-term
YearJFebruaryMAMJJASOND
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February
Mar
Average high temperature
28.4°F
29.8°F
37°F
Average low temperature
16.2°F
17.4°F
24.3°F
Average pressure
29.96"Hg
29.95"Hg
30"Hg
Average wind speed
9.9mph
10mph
10.1mph
Average max. wind speed
10.6mph
10.7mph
10.7mph
Average wind speed gusts
16.1mph
16.1mph
15.7mph
Average humidity
82%
83%
82%
Average rainfall
1.93"
1.65"
1.57"
Average rainfall days
7.3
7.1
10.1
Average snowfall
4.57"
3.58"
2.76"
Average snowfall days
10.1
10
9
Average sea temperature
41.2°F
38.5°F
37.8°F
Average daylight
9h 2min
10h 3min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
4h 2min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.9
13.3
14.5
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
51%
54%
55%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi

Average temperature in February
Belfast, ME

Average temperature in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Belfast, ME

Average pressure in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Belfast, ME

Average wind speed in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Belfast, ME

Average humidity in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in February
Belfast, ME

Average rainfall in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in February
Belfast, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Belfast, ME

Average snowfall in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Belfast, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Belfast, ME

Average sea temperature in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average sea temperature in February: 38.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Belfast, ME

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Belfast, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
Belfast, ME

Average UV index in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Belfast, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in February
Belfast, ME

Average visibility in February - Belfast, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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