Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
February
Weather in February
Temperature
Transitioning into February, Detroit experiences an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Detroit's nighttime temperature in February falls to an average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).Humidity
February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically collects 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Detroit. In February, in Detroit, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout February, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Detroit, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: When swimming, this is deemed life-endangering and extremely risky. The painful cold water instigates fast-paced hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is necessary to lessen thermal harm.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Detroit, the average sunshine in February is 4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Average temperature in February
Detroit, MI
- Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 20.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Detroit, MI
- Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Detroit, MI
- Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Detroit, MI
- Average humidity in February: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in February
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall in February: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").
Average rainfall days in February
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall in February: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall days in February: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Detroit, MI
- Average sea temperature in February: 32.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Detroit, MI
- 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in February
Detroit, MI
- Average sunshine days in February: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Detroit, MI
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Detroit, MI
- Average cloud cover in February: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in February
Detroit, 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).