February weather forecastNewburyport, MA

Panorama of Newburyport Town in Massachusetts, and a view of the State Street, the iconic First Religious Society Church, and the big Merrimack River

February

Weather in February

Somewhat akin to January, February in Newburyport is characterized by the continuation of cold weather. A slight increase in average temperatures, however, offers a small yet hopeful nod to the approaching spring season. February experiences a similar amount of rainfall as January, characterizing the weather conditions as wet and cold. The added snowfall of 4.02" (102mm) plays a significant role in shaping the milieu of this month. Underneath the usual cloud cover, the gradual lengthening of daylight can be observed as a harbinger of the impending equinox.

Temperature

With February's arrival, Newburyport's weather records an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.1°F (1.7°C), marking little difference from January's 32.7°F (0.4°C). During February, Newburyport's temperature averages to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) at night.

Humidity

February and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Newburyport, in February, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newburyport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Newburyport, in February, the average water temperature is 39.2°F (4°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Newburyport is February, with an average of 4.8h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during February is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

February and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

In Newburyport, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

In February, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

In Newburyport, during February, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

In Newburyport, the average seawater temperature in February is 39.2°F (4°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

In Newburyport, the average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

In Newburyport, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

32.7°F

35.1°F

41°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.3mph

11.8mph

11.4mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

9.1

8.4

7.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.2

13.4

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Newburyport, MA

Average high temperature in February: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

Average low temperature in February: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Newburyport, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Newburyport, MA

Average wind speed in February: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Newburyport, MA

Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Newburyport, MA

Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in February
Newburyport, MA

Average rainfall days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Newburyport, MA

Average snowfall in February: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Newburyport, MA

Average snowfall days in February: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Newburyport, MA

Average sea temperature in February: 39°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37°F).

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

Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Newburyport, MA

Average sunshine days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Newburyport, 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
Newburyport, MA

Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Newburyport, 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).