February weather forecastCortland, NY
February
Weather in February
February follows January's trend, with still harsh but slightly warmer winter weather in Cortland. February's lowest temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C) while the highest increases to 30.2°F (-1°C). Snowfall increases to a peak of 5.75" (146mm) in Cortland, showing a seasonal escalation from January. While these minor changes in weather conditions hint at the approaching spring, winter reigns supreme throughout February.Temperature
The average high-temperature during February registers at a still freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Cortland records an average nighttime low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) in February.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Cortland, in February, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) 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 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during February leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Cortland, NY
- Average high temperature in February: 30.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 17.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Cortland, NY
- Average pressure in February: 30.04"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
Cortland, NY
- Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Cortland, NY
- Average humidity in February: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).
Average rainfall in February
Cortland, NY
- Average rainfall in February: 1.42"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").
Average rainfall days in February
Cortland, NY
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Cortland, NY
- Average snowfall in February: 5.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Cortland, NY
- Average snowfall days in February: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cortland, NY
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 2h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Cortland, NY
- Average sunshine days in February: 7.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Cortland, NY
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Cortland, NY
- Average cloud cover in February: 74
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in February
Cortland, NY
- Average visibility in February: 4mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
