February weather forecastWest Plattsburgh, NY

February

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in West Plattsburgh, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14°F (-10°C) and max 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during February registers at a still freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), closely corresponding to the preceding month. West Plattsburgh experiences a mean low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C) during February.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In West Plattsburgh, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during February is 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C).

The months with the highest humidity in West Plattsburgh are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In West Plattsburgh, the average relative humidity in February is 86%.

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

In West Plattsburgh, in February, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 10" (254mm) of snow.

In West Plattsburgh, in February, snow falls for 18.3 days, with typically accumulated 10" (254mm) of snow.

In West Plattsburgh, the average day length in February is 10h and 28min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

In West Plattsburgh, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average high temperature in February: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average wind speed in February: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average snowfall in February: 10"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in February
West Plattsburgh, 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
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average cloud cover in February: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
West Plattsburgh, NY

  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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