February weather forecast
Portage, MI

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Weather in February

By February, the clasp of winter starts to loosen slightly in Portage. Average high temperature raises slightly comparing to January, up to 31.5°F (-0.3°C) while the average low remains chilling at 19.8°F (-6.8°C). Moving forward from the coldest month, February offers marginally longer daylight hours; however, overcast skies remain a constant with 69% cloud coverage. Notably, the snowfall decreases compared to January but remains present, sprinkling around 5.12" (130mm) throughout the month. Though it invites a bit more sunlight compared to January, an extra winter layer is still a necessity.

Temperature

Portage records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) as February arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. February in Portage witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a still freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Portage, in February, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Portage, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of February in Portage, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

In Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
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 holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Portage?

February temperatures in Portage, Michigan, vary between a high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Portage?

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

How many days does it rain in February in Portage?

In February, in Portage, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout February, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Portage?

The month with the most snowfall in Portage is February, when snow falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Portage in February?

In Portage, Michigan, in February, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portage have in February?

In February, the average day length in Portage is 10h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Portage?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Portage is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in February in Portage?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Portage, MI

Average temperature in February - Portage, MI
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in February
Portage, MI

Average pressure in February - Portage, MI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Portage, MI

Average wind speed in February - Portage, MI
  • Average wind speed in February: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Portage, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in February
Portage, MI

Average rainfall in February - Portage, MI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in February
Portage, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Portage, MI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Portage, MI

Average snowfall in February - Portage, MI
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Portage, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Portage, MI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Portage, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Portage, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Portage, MI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Portage, MI

Average UV index in February - Portage, MI
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Portage, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Portage, MI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in February
Portage, MI

Average visibility in February - Portage, MI
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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