February weather forecast
La Plata, MD

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Weather in February

The second month of the year ushers in a slightly warmer weather trend in La Plata, showing increments in both daytime and nocturnal temperatures. Statured with a minor drop in snowfall at 1.57" (40mm), February also experiences an increase in the number of rainfall days reaching 9.8 days and accumulates precipitation up to 2.09" (53mm). Diverging from January's climatological pattern, February carries a subtly higher humidity level of about 74%. The increase in sunlight extends the daylight hours to an estimated 10.8 hours every day. A gentle upward trend in wind speed is a notable characteristic of February, with a rise to approximately 7.6mph (12.2km/h).

Temperature

The shift from January to February in La Plata is characterized by an average high-temperature of a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C), not significantly different from the 41.5°F (5.3°C) of January. February in La Plata is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In La Plata, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In La Plata, Maryland, in February, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in La Plata are January through April, November and December. In La Plata, during February, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In La Plata, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures in La Plata?

An average high-temperature, in February, in La Plata, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in La Plata?

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in La Plata in February?

In La Plata, in February, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in La Plata in February?

In February, in La Plata, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout February, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in February?

The average day length in February in La Plata, Maryland, is 10h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in La Plata?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in La Plata?

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in La Plata.

How long on average sun shines in February in La Plata?

In February, the average sunshine duration in La Plata is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in La Plata?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in La Plata, Maryland.

How high is the UV index in February in La Plata?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in La Plata is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
La Plata, MD

Average temperature in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 45.9°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
La Plata, MD

Average pressure in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
La Plata, MD

Average wind speed in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
La Plata, MD

Average humidity in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in February
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall days in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall days in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
La Plata, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
La Plata, MD

Average sunshine days in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in February
La Plata, MD

Average UV index in February - La Plata, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
La Plata, MD

Average cloud cover in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in February
La Plata, MD

Average visibility in February - La Plata, MD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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