February weather forecast
Portsmouth, RI

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Weather in February

February inches the temperature scale upwards a bit, providing Portsmouth's residents with mild relief from January's biting cold. Lingering snow showers from the previous month peter out, leading to decreased snowfall. Expect temperatures to rise significantly in March with the onset of spring. Longer daylight hours and more sunshine work in tandem to thaw out the frost, prepping the city for warmer days ahead. Despite a slight drop in humidity, moisture-laden air is still rampant, typical of coastal cities like Portsmouth.

Temperature

The arrival of February in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C), subtly diverging from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout February, the temperature falls to an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Portsmouth. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Portsmouth in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Portsmouth, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Portsmouth?

The average relative humidity in February in Portsmouth is 76%.

How much does it rain in Portsmouth in February?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, in February, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Portsmouth?

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

How many days does it snow in February in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, in February, during 6.2 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Portsmouth have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Portsmouth?

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, in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Portsmouth?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Portsmouth have in February?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Portsmouth?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Portsmouth?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average temperature in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average pressure in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average pressure in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average wind speed in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average wind speed in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average humidity in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average humidity in February - Portsmouth, 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%).

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Average rainfall in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall in February - Portsmouth, 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").

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Average rainfall days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average snowfall in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall in February - Portsmouth, 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").

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Average snowfall days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average UV index in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average UV index in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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Average visibility in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average visibility in February - Portsmouth, 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).

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