February weather forecastWaterville, ME
February
Weather in February
Winter reigns supreme in Waterville during February. Albeit marginally higher than January, temperatures in February fluctuate between 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C), making it the second coldest month in Waterville. As February transitions into March, residents can anticipate a surge in temperatures and a decrease in snowfall. Despite being the shortest month, February experiences nearly as many snowfall days as January. Coupled with the cold temperatures, the significant snowfall makes February a perfect month for winter sports lovers.Temperature
Upon the onset of February, Waterville witnesses an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. The low-temperature in Waterville averages to an extreme cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Waterville, during February, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Waterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout February, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated. In Waterville, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 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.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Waterville is February, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. 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. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Waterville, ME
- Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 13.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Waterville, 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).
Average wind speed in February
Waterville, ME
- Average wind speed in February: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Waterville, ME
- Average humidity in February: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).
Average rainfall in February
Waterville, ME
- Average rainfall in February: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in February
Waterville, ME
- Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Waterville, ME
- Average snowfall in February: 7.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Waterville, ME
- Average snowfall days in February: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Waterville, 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: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in February
Waterville, ME
- Average sunshine days in February: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Waterville, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Waterville, ME
- Average cloud cover in February: 54
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in February
Waterville, ME
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).
