February weather forecast
Alpena, MI

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Weather in February

Alpena habitually endures persistent winter conditions in February. Owing to prolonged cold spells, the snowfall ratio dips marginally from the preceding month, with a mean temperature that virtually matches that of January. Yet, additional sunshine hours introduce a shift from entirely overcast to typically cloudy skies. The wind speed remains equally potent, fostering a continuous chilling atmosphere. The persistent winter weather, albeit slightly less harsh, segues seamlessly into the ensuing season.

Temperature

Alpena, Michigan, registers an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the commencement of February, closely related to the preceding month. Alpena's nocturnal February readings average at a still freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Alpena. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alpena. In Alpena, during February, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alpena, there are 82.7 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Alpena.
Note: In the event of swimming, this state is extremely frigid, dangerous, and poses a significant risk to life. Hypothermia swiftly ensues without suitable insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In Alpena, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of February, in Alpena, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Alpena. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alpena in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Alpena, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Alpena?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February in Alpena?

In Alpena, the average relative humidity in February is 86%.

What is the driest month in Alpena?

The month with the least rainfall in Alpena, Michigan, is February, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Alpena?

In February, in Alpena, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alpena in February?

In February, in Alpena, it is snowing for 17.4 days. Throughout February, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest in Alpena?

The months with the coldest seawater in Alpena are February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

How cold is the water in February in Alpena?

In Alpena, in February, the average water temperature is 35.6°F (2°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.

How many hours of daylight does Alpena have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Alpena?

On the first day of February in Alpena, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Alpena?

In Alpena, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in February is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alpena?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Alpena, Michigan.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Alpena?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Alpena, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJFebruaryMAMJJASOND
Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
25.9°F -3.4°C
26.8°F -2.9°C
34.9°F 1.6°C
Average low temperature
18°F -7.8°C
18°F -7.8°C
25.2°F -3.8°C
Average pressure
30.02" 763mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.7mph 18.8km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.1mph 25.9km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
15.9mph 25.6km/h
Average humidity
86%
86%
81%
Average rainfall
0.79" 20mm
0.71" 18mm
0.94" 24mm
Average rainfall days
5.1
4.4
8.3
Average snowfall
3.58" 91mm
3.15" 80mm
2.05" 52mm
Average snowfall days
20.3
17.4
12.9
Average sea temperature
37°F 2.8°C
36°F 2.2°C
36°F 2.2°C
Average daylight
9h 1min
10h 2min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
1h 5min
2h 4min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
8.4
10.4
12.3
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
80%
75%
61%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in February
Alpena, MI

Average temperature in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18°F).

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Average pressure in February
Alpena, MI

Average pressure in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Alpena, MI

Average wind speed in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Alpena, MI

Average humidity in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Alpena, MI

Average rainfall in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in February
Alpena, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Alpena, MI

Average snowfall in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Alpena, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Alpena, MI

Average sea temperature in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average sea temperature in February: 36°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alpena, MI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Alpena, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in February
Alpena, MI

Average UV index in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Alpena, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in February
Alpena, MI

Average visibility in February - Alpena, MI
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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