February weather forecastIndependence, MO
February
Weather in February
Following January, February often remains cold, but signs of an impending transition towards spring become noticeable. The temperatures continue their steady climb from the profound chill of deep winter. In contrast to the previous month, February experiences an increase in both snowfall, yielding 3.58" (91mm), and the number of days with snow. Independence's daily sunshine duration also starts to increase, an indication of gradually lengthening days. The weather patterns this month set the stage for the arrival of spring.Temperature
In February, Independence notes an average high-temperature of a still cold 40.6°F (4.8°C), hardly different from the preceding month. Independence temperatures generally rest at a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the February nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 73%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout February, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Independence. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Independence, MO
- Average high temperature in February: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Independence, MO
- Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Independence, MO
- Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Independence, MO
- Average humidity in February: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall in February: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in February
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall in February: 3.58"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall days in February: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Independence, MO
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Independence, MO
- Average sunshine days in February: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Independence, MO
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Independence, MO
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in February
Independence, MO
- 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).
