February weather forecast
Frederick, MD

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A stone bridge over the calm Carroll Creek in the Carroll Creek Linear Park in Frederick, Maryland
A stone bridge over the calm Carroll Creek in the Carroll Creek Linear Park in Frederick, Maryland

Weather in February

As winter leaps into February in Frederick, Maryland, the average high temperatures show a slight increase; however, the weather remains bitter and snowy. The lowest temperature noted for February steps up slightly from January to 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Snowfall continues to grace Frederick residents with winter beauty, while the indoor warmth is particularly enticing. Despite a slight increase in daily sunlight, the dominant clouds and brisk winds keep the wintry aura intact.

Temperature

Frederick notes an average high-temperature of a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in February, displaying minor variation from January. In February, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Frederick, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

Rainfall

In Frederick, in February, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.7 rainfall days, and 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Frederick, in February, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 11.46" (291mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Frederick, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Frederick, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Frederick, during February, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout February, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Frederick have in February?

In Frederick, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Frederick?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Frederick, MD

Average temperature in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Frederick, MD

Average pressure in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
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Average wind speed in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Frederick, MD

Average humidity in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in February
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Average rainfall in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in February
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Average rainfall days in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Frederick, MD

Average snowfall in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Frederick, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Frederick, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Frederick, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in February
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Average UV index in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
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Average cloud cover in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
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Average visibility in February - Frederick, MD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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