February weather forecast
Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in February

February does not provide much relief from the cold snap, with temperatures still lingering around the chilly range, albeit slightly higher compared to January. The snowfall increases to a total of 2.87" (73mm), making it one of the snowiest periods of the year. Cold winds blowing at a speed of about 8.7mph (14km/h) becoming a regular accompaniment to the frosty landscape. Cloud cover and relative humidity remain high, while daylight increases to 10.7 hours on average, signifying the slow approach of spring.

Temperature

Plainfield experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still cold 39.2°F (4°C) with the onset of February, maintaining near parity with January's 36°F (2.2°C). Throughout February, Plainfield experiences a low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in February, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plainfield, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plainfield, in February, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Plainfield is February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Plainfield in February?

In Plainfield, 39.2°F (4°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What are the most humid months in Plainfield?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in February in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How much does it rain in Plainfield in February?

In Plainfield, in February, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plainfield in February?

In Plainfield, New Jersey, during February, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in February?

In Plainfield, the average day length in February is 10h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Plainfield?

On the first day of February in Plainfield, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Plainfield?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Plainfield?

The average sunshine duration in February in Plainfield is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Plainfield?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Plainfield.

How high is the UV index in February in Plainfield?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Plainfield is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average temperature in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 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
Plainfield, NJ

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in February
Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in February - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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