February weather forecastElkridge Heights, MD

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Elkridge Heights's February reports an average high-temperature of a chilly 43°F (6.1°C), exhibiting a minor difference from January. In Elkridge Heights, the average nighttime temperature during February is a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Elkridge Heights, Maryland, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elkridge Heights, during February, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In February, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout February, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkridge Heights, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elkridge Heights, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Elkridge Heights, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 43°F (6.1°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

In Elkridge Heights, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Elkridge Heights, in February, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

The average day length in February is 10h and 45min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

In Elkridge Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Elkridge Heights are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Elkridge Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average high temperature in February: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average wind speed in February: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average rainfall in February: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average snowfall in February: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • Average cloud cover in February: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Elkridge Heights, MD

  • 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).