February weather forecast
Castine, ME

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Castine, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

Castine experiences a transition to a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of February, not greatly differing from January's 28.4°F (-2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is recorded in Castine during February.

Humidity

February and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Castine.

Rainfall

In Castine, during February, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Castine, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout February, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature in Castine is 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February in Castine, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Castine, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Castine in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Castine, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What are the most humid months in Castine?

February and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Castine.

What is the average humidity in February in Castine?

In February, the average relative humidity in Castine, Maine, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February in Castine?

In February, in Castine, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout February, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Castine in February?

In Castine, in February, during 10 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in February in Castine?

In Castine, Maine, in February, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). 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 Castine?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Castine?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Castine?

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

How long on average sun shines in February in Castine?

The average sunshine duration in February in Castine is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Castine?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Castine?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Castine, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Castine, ME

Average temperature in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average pressure in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average wind speed in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average humidity in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average rainfall in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average snowfall in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average sea temperature in February - Castine, ME
  • Average sea temperature in February: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average UV index in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Castine, 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
Castine, ME

Average visibility in February - Castine, 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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