February weather forecast
Arlington, MA

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Weather in February

In February, the weather in Arlington, Virginia leans towards the colder side similar to January, although increasing daylight hours hints at the impending spring. The month gets an additional 1.1 hours of daylight displaying the slow but sure journey towards warmer months. Moreover, snowfall in this month increases to 4.72" (120mm), marking February as the highest snowfall month of the year. When March comes around, residents generally start to experience a slight improvement in the weather conditions. Furthermore, February holds the second-highest relative humidity of the year at 78%.

Temperature

The advent of February in Arlington presents an average high-temperature of a still wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. In February, the temperature in Arlington drops to an average of 23°F (-5°C) at night.

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, during February, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Arlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arlington are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During February, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Arlington, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the most humid month in Arlington?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February in Arlington?

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

How many days does it rain in February?

In Arlington, in February, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Arlington, Massachusetts, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in February?

In Arlington, the average day length in February is 10h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Arlington, MA

Average temperature in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Arlington, MA

Average pressure in February - Arlington, MA
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Arlington, MA

Average wind speed in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Arlington, MA

Average humidity in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Arlington, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Arlington, MA
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Arlington, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Arlington, MA

Average UV index in February - Arlington, MA
  • 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
Arlington, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Arlington, MA
  • 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 32).

Average visibility in February
Arlington, MA

Average visibility in February - Arlington, MA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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