February weather forecast
Smithfield, RI

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Weather in February

February weather sees an incremental increase in temperature and sunlight as compared to January. Snowfall decreases to 2.87" (73mm) across 6 days. The month remains cold, nevertheless, the increasing daylight hours herald the gradual arrival of spring. February often brings more consistent weather patterns, with less extreme variations in temperature and fewer storms. However, the tail-end of winter is still unpredictable, and added daylight doesn’t necessarily mean short sleeves just yet.

Temperature

The onset of February in Smithfield notes an average high-temperature of a still icy 36.9°F (2.7°C), subtly shifted from January's 33.8°F (1°C). Throughout the month of February, Smithfield sees a steady low-temperature average of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Smithfield, in February, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Smithfield. In February, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout February, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 12.64" (321mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Smithfield, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Smithfield, Rhode Island, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Smithfield?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Smithfield, is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the most humid month in Smithfield?

February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Smithfield, Rhode Island.

What is the average humidity in February in Smithfield?

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, Rhode Island, in February, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Smithfield in February?

In February, in Smithfield, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout February, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, Rhode Island, the average day length in February is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Smithfield?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithfield, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Smithfield?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Smithfield, Rhode Island, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Smithfield is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Smithfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Smithfield?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithfield is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Smithfield, RI

Average temperature in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Smithfield, RI

Average pressure in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average pressure in February: 30"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
Smithfield, RI

Average wind speed in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
Smithfield, RI

Average humidity in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in February
Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Smithfield, RI

Average snowfall in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Smithfield, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Smithfield, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Smithfield, RI

Average UV index in February - Smithfield, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Smithfield, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in February
Smithfield, RI

Average visibility in February - Smithfield, RI
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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