February weather forecast
Chatham, MA

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The calm blue water and white sand on a typical beach in Cape Cod, with a visible path and a far view of the high Chatham Lighthouse, Massachusetts
The calm blue water and white sand on a typical beach in Cape Cod, with a visible path and a far view of the high Chatham Lighthouse, Massachusetts

Weather in February

In Chatham, the month of February is akin to its predecessor, falling under the grasp of winter's coldness. This month, Chatham sees a minor rise in temperature from January, with the lowest temperature recorded at 32°F (0°C). The month also displays a reduction in snowfall days, signaling a halt to the snowy spell of winter. The short and crisp winter days characteristic of February make for less daylight, as the sun starts setting fairly early. Despite the continuation of winter weather conditions, February shows the first glimpses of the transition towards spring, with an increase in both temperature and daylight hours.

Temperature

In Chatham, the coldest period comes during January and February, when the average high-temperature touches 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chatham, during February, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Chatham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chatham are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chatham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Chatham?

Chatham's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and February, with an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Is it cold in Chatham during February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Chatham, records 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Chatham?

In February, the average relative humidity in Chatham, Massachusetts, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in February in Chatham?

In Chatham, Massachusetts, in February, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Chatham?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Chatham, Massachusetts. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Chatham?

In Chatham, Massachusetts, during February, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in February in Chatham?

In Chatham, in February, the average water temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in February in Chatham?

The average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Chatham?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chatham, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Chatham?

In Chatham, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Chatham?

The months with the lowest UV index in Chatham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Chatham?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Chatham, MA

Average temperature in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in February
Chatham, MA

Average pressure in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in February
Chatham, MA

Average wind speed in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 17.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in February
Chatham, MA

Average humidity in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in February
Chatham, MA

Average rainfall in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in February
Chatham, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Chatham, MA

Average snowfall in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Chatham, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Chatham, MA

Average sea temperature in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average sea temperature in February: 40.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.8°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chatham, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Chatham, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

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Average UV index in February
Chatham, MA

Average UV index in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Chatham, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Chatham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
Chatham, MA

Average visibility in February - Chatham, 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).

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