February weather forecastAltoona, PA
February
Weather in February
Transitioning from the deep chill of January, February sees a subtle rise in temperature. Snowfall continues in February, although in less frequency than the preceding month. February gets marginally more sunlight, though cloud cover persistently obscures clear sky views. The relative humidity is the highest in February, hinting at damp conditions. Despite the slight warming trend, the month does still record low temperatures, ranging between a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Temperature
The arrival of February records an average high-temperature of a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C), closely related to the 31.1°F (-0.5°C) observed in January. Altoona's temperature lowers to a mean of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during the nights in February.Humidity
February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Altoona, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Altoona, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Altoona, during February, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Altoona, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 20.59" (523mm) of snow.Daylight
In Altoona, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 3.8h.UV index
In Altoona, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Altoona, PA
- Average high temperature in February: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 21.6°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 (19.4°F).
Average pressure in February
Altoona, PA
- Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Altoona, PA
- Average wind speed in February: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Altoona, PA
- Average humidity in February: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).
Average rainfall in February
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall in February: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").
Average rainfall days in February
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall in February: 4.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Altoona, PA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
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: 3h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Altoona, PA
- Average sunshine days in February: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Altoona, PA
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Altoona, PA
- Average cloud cover in February: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in February
Altoona, PA
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
