February weather forecastMachias, ME
February
Weather in February
Onto February, the weather in Machias maintains a consistent snowfall, slightly less from the previous' 2.64" (67mm), but enough to justify keeping winter gear close at hand. The winds remain steady, contributing to the brisk and quite nippy winter conditions. Marching in line with January, there's persistence in the chilly, overcast weather. Despite the sustained cold temperatures, one can witness an increment in daylight hours during this month. Winds, although still strong, dip slightly compared to the gusty month of January.Temperature
The transition from January to February sees an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Machias, an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) is expected during February.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 82%.Rainfall
In Machias, in February, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Machias, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Machias, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.2 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Machias, ME
- Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 21.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Machias, ME
- Average pressure in February: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Machias, ME
- Average wind speed in February: 13.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in February
Machias, ME
- Average humidity in February: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in February
Machias, ME
- Average rainfall in February: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").
Average rainfall days in February
Machias, ME
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in February
Machias, ME
- Average snowfall in February: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Machias, ME
- Average snowfall days in February: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Machias, ME
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
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: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Machias, ME
- Average sunshine days in February: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Machias, ME
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Machias, ME
- Average cloud cover in February: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in February
Machias, ME
- 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).
