February weather forecastAlpena, MI
February
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alpena, MI
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
