February weather forecastMadison, WI
February
Weather in February
Despite the slight rise in temperature by a few degrees in February, the Wisconsin capital still experiences a typical winter climate. The chill in the air is palpable as snow continues to be a prominent feature of this month's weather. The high relative humidity persists, contributing to the frosty mornings. With the daylight hours starting to stretch, residents get a peek of the sun's rays more frequently compared to January. The snow-clad city continues to turn into a haven for winter sports enthusiasts.Temperature
February's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), diverging marginally from January's 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In Madison, February is marked by an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Madison, during February, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 33min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February in Madison is 3.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Madison, WI
- Average high temperature in February: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Madison, WI
- Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Madison, WI
- Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Madison, WI
- Average humidity in February: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in February
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall in February: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").
Average rainfall days in February
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall in February: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Madison, WI
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in February
Madison, WI
- Average sunshine days in February: 24.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Madison, WI
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Madison, WI
- Average cloud cover in February: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in February
Madison, WI
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).
