February weather forecastPotomac, MD
February
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Potomac, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Temperature
As Potomac welcomes February, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C), showing little deviation from January's 39.4°F (4.1°C). Potomac records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February.Humidity
In Potomac, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Potomac, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Potomac, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In February, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Potomac, MD
- Average high temperature in February: 43.9°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 (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in February
Potomac, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Potomac, MD
- Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Potomac, MD
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in February
Potomac, MD
- Average rainfall in February: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").
Average rainfall days in February
Potomac, MD
- Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Potomac, MD
- Average snowfall in February: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Potomac, MD
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Potomac, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Potomac, MD
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Potomac, 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
Potomac, 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 31).
Average visibility in February
Potomac, 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).
