February weather forecastWarwick, RI

Pawtuxet river flowing beside the ruins of the old cotton mill in Warwick, Rhode Island

February

Weather in February

The climate in Warwick during February sees a slight increase in temperatures from January. Snowfall continues, pushing up the total precipitation levels for the month as the area's weather remains cold and often frosty. The onset of longer daylight hours, between the 9.6 hours of January to 10.6 hours, hints at the approaching spring. The city starts to witness less cloudy days, and the weather begins a transition from the winter temperature extremes of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to 37.9°F (3.3°C) towards warmer spring temperatures. Despite the cold, February's unique blend of snow and sunshine gives Warwick a distinct winter charm.

Temperature

February brings a marginal elevation to a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) from January's 35.2°F (1.8°C) in Warwick's average high-temperatures. Warwick witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) throughout February.

Humidity

In Warwick, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Warwick, in February, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Warwick, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) 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: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 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

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during February is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Warwick, in February, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

In Warwick, in February, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

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

In Warwick, 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 6:57 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.

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

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

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

In Warwick, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to 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

35.2°F

37.9°F

44.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.1mph

11mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.5

6.2

5.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.8

13.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Warwick, RI

Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

Average low temperature in February: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Warwick, 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
Warwick, RI

Average wind speed in February: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Warwick, RI

Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Warwick, RI

Average rainfall in February: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in February
Warwick, RI

Average rainfall days in February: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Warwick, RI

Average snowfall in February: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Warwick, RI

Average snowfall days in February: 6.2 days

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

Average sea temperature in February
Warwick, RI

Average sea temperature in February: 38.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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

Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min

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 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
Warwick, RI

Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in February
Warwick, 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).

Average cloud cover in February
Warwick, 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 30).

Average visibility in February
Warwick, 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).