February weather forecast
South Hempstead, NY

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also an icy month in South Hempstead, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

In February, South Hempstead experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 37.6°F (3.1°C) in January to a still cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) marks the month of February.

Humidity

In South Hempstead, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In South Hempstead, in February, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Hempstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in South Hempstead. In South Hempstead, New York, in February, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Hempstead, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Hempstead, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February in South Hempstead, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in South Hempstead in February?

South Hempstead in February has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in South Hempstead?

In February, the average relative humidity in South Hempstead is 74%.

How much does it rain in South Hempstead in February?

In February, in South Hempstead, New York, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in South Hempstead?

In South Hempstead, in February, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in South Hempstead?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in South Hempstead?

On the first day of February in South Hempstead, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Hempstead?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in South Hempstead.

How long on average sun shines in February in South Hempstead?

In February, the average sunshine duration in South Hempstead is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Hempstead?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in South Hempstead?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in February - South Hempstead, 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).

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Average wind speed in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • 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).

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