February weather forecastElmira, NY
February
Weather in February
As February arrives in Elmira, there might be subtle signs of an advisory for the continued cold weather. The groundwork laid by the snowfall in January is sustained in February with an additional snowfall of 8.82" (224mm), accounting for the highest snowfall in the annual period. Sequentially, February also inherits the cloudiness from January but moves forward with slightly higher temperatures. Consequentially, with an increase in snowfall, the cold weather remains, prompting people to stay warm and cozy indoors.Temperature
Elmira signifies an average high-temperature of a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February, closely mirroring the 28.8°F (-1.8°C) of January. Throughout the month of February, Elmira witnesses an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).Humidity
The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Elmira, New York, during February, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Elmira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17 days and accumulates 8.82" (224mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during February translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Elmira, NY
- Average high temperature in February: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 18.9°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 (17.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Elmira, NY
- Average pressure in February: 30.05"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).
Average wind speed in February
Elmira, NY
- Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in February
Elmira, NY
- Average humidity in February: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in February
Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall in February: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in February
Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall in February: 8.82"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall days in February: 17 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Elmira, NY
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Elmira, NY
- Average sunshine days in February: 7.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Elmira, NY
- Average UV index in February: 2
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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Elmira, NY
- Average cloud cover in February: 69
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in February
Elmira, NY
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
