Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
February's presence records an average high-temperature of a still cold 36.5°F (2.5°C), closely mirroring January's climate. Boston's temperature drops to an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Boston, during February, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Boston, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
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. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in February
Boston, MA
- Average high temperature in February: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 23.5°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 (22.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Boston, MA
- Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Boston, MA
- Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Boston, MA
- Average humidity in February: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).
Average rainfall in February
Boston, MA
- Average rainfall in February: 2.24"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").
Average rainfall days in February
Boston, MA
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Boston, 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
Boston, MA
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Boston, MA
- Average sea temperature in February: 38.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Boston, 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Boston, MA
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).
Average UV index in February
Boston, 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
Boston, MA
- Average cloud cover in February: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in February
Boston, MA
- 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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