February weather forecastEllicott City, MD
February
Weather in February
Gracefully transitioning from the chills of January, February shows mild weather enhancements despite still being winter in Ellicott City. Its noticeable feature is the increment in temperatures that reach 42.3°F (5.7°C), hinting towards the arrival of spring. Snowfall frequency drops drastically compared to January, leaving behind just 1.57" (40mm) of accumulation. Length of daylight also increases in February, providing a bit more time for residents to take in the faint sunshine. The city maintains its haunting winter beauty in this month gracefully making its way towards March.Temperature
In the transition from January to February, Ellicott City reports an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. During February nights, Ellicott City witnesses a consistent average temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).Humidity
In Ellicott City, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
In Ellicott City, during February, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ellicott City, during February, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Ellicott City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average high temperature in February: 42.3°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 (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 28.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Ellicott City, 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
Ellicott City, MD
- Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average rainfall in February: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average snowfall in February: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Ellicott City, MD
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Ellicott City, 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
Ellicott City, MD
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Ellicott City, 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).
