February weather forecastGreenbelt, MD
February
Weather in February
February carries on the winter chill from January, albeit slightly warmer. The shift in temperature is not dramatic but the relative humidity and cloud cover ease up a bit. February takes up the baton from January, characterized by cold winds with an excessively harsh gust speed peaking at 13mph (20.9km/h). The end of the month may bring some relief to the snow-covered landscapes of Greenbelt, as the arrival of March promises an approaching warmth.Temperature
The onset of February brings with it an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. The month of February records an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Greenbelt, in February, during 10 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Greenbelt, in February, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Greenbelt, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.Daylight
In Greenbelt, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of February, 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
In Greenbelt, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average high temperature in February: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Greenbelt, 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
Greenbelt, MD
- Average wind speed in February: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average humidity in February: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average rainfall in February: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average rainfall days in February: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average snowfall in February: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Greenbelt, 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 0min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Greenbelt, MD
- Average UV index in February: 3
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Greenbelt, 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
Greenbelt, 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).
