February weather forecast
Skowhegan, ME

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Weather in February

Snow and cold continue to define the weather in Skowhegan in February, making it similar to January. However, the amount of daylight begins to gradually increase, a signal of the approaching spring. Despite the cold, outdoor activities such as skiing and snowshoeing remain attractive. February, with 9.96in of snow, is a notch colder than January, but the increased daylight hours bring hope for warmer days.

Temperature

The ushering in of February brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C), closely mirroring the 25.2°F (-3.8°C) of January. During the nights in February, Skowhegan experiences a consistent average temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Skowhegan.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Skowhegan, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skowhegan are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Skowhegan, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:25 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 Skowhegan are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during February morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Skowhegan?

Skowhegan in February has an average high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Skowhegan?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Skowhegan.

What is the average humidity in February in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, Maine, the average relative humidity in February is 86%.

How many days does it rain in February in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, in February, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Skowhegan?

The month with the most snowfall in Skowhegan is February, when snow falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Skowhegan in February?

In Skowhegan, in February, during 13.4 snowfall days, 9.96" (253mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in February in Skowhegan is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Skowhegan?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Skowhegan?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Skowhegan.

How long on average sun shines in February in Skowhegan?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan, Maine, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February in Skowhegan?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average temperature in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average pressure in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.96"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average wind speed in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average humidity in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 9.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Skowhegan, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average UV index in February - Skowhegan, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Skowhegan, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in February
Skowhegan, ME

Average visibility in February - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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