February weather forecast
Milwaukee, WI

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Weather in February

February in Milwaukee brings forth subtle fluctuations from January. The temperatures notoriously undergo a small increase, though it remains firmly in the wintry realm. February shares the shortest sunlight hours with January, thus keeping the wintry ambiance intact. Notably, this stand-in for the year's shortest month also yields lesser snow than January, shifting towards more rainfall. Stepping into March, expect a noticeable shift in patterns and conditions across the weather spectrum.

Temperature

February records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Milwaukee's temperature in February lowers to a consistent average of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Milwaukee is 84%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Milwaukee when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Milwaukee are January through April, October through December. In Milwaukee, in February, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Milwaukee, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Milwaukee is February, with an average ocean temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).
Note: In the sport of swimming, this scenario is extremely cold, treacherous, and fatal. If not protected by insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia ensues quickly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of February, in Milwaukee, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Milwaukee?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Milwaukee, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

What is the driest month in Milwaukee?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in February, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Milwaukee in February?

In Milwaukee, in February, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest in Milwaukee?

February is the month with the coldest seawater in Milwaukee, with an average ocean temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the water temperature in February in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, the average seawater temperature in February is 36°F (2.2°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.

How many hours of daylight does Milwaukee have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Milwaukee?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Milwaukee?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Milwaukee is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Milwaukee?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average temperature in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average pressure in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average wind speed in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average humidity in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall days in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall days in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.3 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 and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average sea temperature in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sea temperature in February: 36°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (71.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average sunshine days in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average UV index in February - Milwaukee, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average cloud cover in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
Milwaukee, WI

Average visibility in February - Milwaukee, WI
  • 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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