February weather forecastRifton, NY
February
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Rifton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).Temperature
Rifton, New York, registers an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Rifton experiences a steady low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) throughout February.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Rifton, in February, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rifton, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Rifton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Rifton, NY
- Average high temperature in February: 35.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 20.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in February
Rifton, NY
- Average pressure in February: 30.03"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
Rifton, NY
- Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Rifton, NY
- Average humidity in February: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in February
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall in February: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in February
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall in February: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Rifton, 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: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Rifton, NY
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Rifton, NY
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Rifton, NY
- Average cloud cover in February: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in February
Rifton, NY
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
