February weather forecastCambridge, MA
February
Weather in February
As the month follows suit to its predecessor, February in Cambridge, Massachusetts continues to display winter's grip. Residents have grown acclimated to the chill by now. The trademark flurries of snow and bracing winds bring with them a reminder of the strength of Massachusetts' winter. From a meteorological point, February witnesses a slight rise with temperatures ranging from 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to 36.5°F (2.5°C). Cambridge's residents and visitors can still expect a signature blend of sunny intervals after snow showers, a common sight during this season.Temperature
Cambridge's weather, upon February's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C), nearly identical to the prior month. During February, the temperature is averaged to a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at night.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.8 rainfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout February, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average high temperature in February: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average humidity in February: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).
Average rainfall in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average rainfall in February: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average snowfall in February: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average sunshine days in February: 21.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Cambridge, MA
- Average cloud cover in February: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in February
Cambridge, MA
- 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).
