February weather forecastOld Orchard Beach, ME
February
Weather in February
February sees winter persist in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. The air temperature begins a subtle climb from January, and the daylight hours start to increase slowly. Despite the slight increase in daylight hours, the UV index remains at a low level of 2. The significant change arrives in the form of snowfall, which reduces to 0.51" (13mm) and 4.3 days of snowfall. Residents continue to experience the tranquility of winter, complemented by the peaceful beauty of snow.Temperature
The transition into February is marked with an average high-temperature of an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C), showing an insignificant shift from January's 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout the month of February, the nighttime temperature in Old Orchard Beach dips to an average of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 78%.Rainfall
In Old Orchard Beach, in February, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Old Orchard Beach, during February, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.2 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In February, the average ocean temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Old Orchard Beach, the average sunshine in February is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 21.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average pressure in February: 29.97"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average wind speed in February: 11.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average humidity in February: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average rainfall in February: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average snowfall in February: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average sea temperature in February: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average sunshine days in February: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average UV index in February: 2
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Old Orchard Beach, ME
- Average cloud cover in February: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Old Orchard Beach, 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).
