February weather forecastTraverse City, MI
February
Weather in February
February carries forward the cold vibes of January, but with a dip in the daily snowfall to 14.1 days and a marginal decrease in the amount of snow to 1.97" (50mm). The chilly atmosphere in Traverse City is gradually retreating, preparing for the advancement of spring. Expect limited visibility throughout this month of 6 miles due to high cloudiness. A shift toward a warmer phase becomes apparent in the weather blueprint of March.Temperature
The shift into February reveals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C), closely mirroring January's climate. Traverse City in February experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at night.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Traverse City, in February, during 14.1 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Traverse City, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.On the first day of February in Traverse City, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 2.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. 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
Average temperature in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average high temperature in February: 26.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 18.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.1°F).
Average pressure in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average pressure in February: 30.05"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
Traverse City, MI
- Average wind speed in February: 11.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Traverse City, 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 May (77%).
Average rainfall in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average rainfall in February: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").
Average rainfall days in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average rainfall days in February: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average snowfall in February: 1.97"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average snowfall days in February: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average sea temperature in February: 35.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.4°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 2h and 48min
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
Traverse City, MI
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Traverse City, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Traverse City, MI
- Average cloud cover in February: 79
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Traverse City, MI
- 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).
