February weather forecastNewport, RI

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February

Weather in February

February continues the trend of January, with cold temperatures and a hint of snowy scenery. The average maximum temperature increases slightly to 37.9°F (3.3°C). This month tends to be a little snowier than the previous one, with an average snowfall of 2.76" (70mm). Despite the increase in snow, the number of snowy days decreases. The sea remains cold, discouraging any water-based activities.

Temperature

The arrival of February sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still icy 37.9°F (3.3°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During February nights, Newport records an average temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in February, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newport are January through March, May, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall in Newport. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: In the scenario of swimming, this is assessed as life-threatening and highly risky. The chilling water causes severe discomfort and induces instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to counter thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Newport is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Newport is February, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Newport in February has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

In Newport, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

In February, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout February, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

In February, in Newport, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout February, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

In Newport, in February, the average water temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In February, the average day length is 10h and 38min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

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

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Newport is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

36.1°F

37.9°F

43.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.9mph

12.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.6

6.2

5.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.6

14.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Newport, RI

Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

Average low temperature in February: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Newport, RI

Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Newport, RI

Average wind speed in February: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Newport, RI

Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Newport, RI

Average rainfall in February: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in February
Newport, RI

Average rainfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Newport, RI

Average snowfall in February: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Newport, RI

Average snowfall days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Newport, RI

Average sea temperature in February: 38.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Newport, RI

Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Newport, RI

Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Newport, RI

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).

Average cloud cover in February
Newport, RI

Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Newport, RI

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).