February weather forecast
Mount Vernon, NY

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Weather in February

Shifting from January to February, a slight increase is noted in the average temperature readings even though the city remains in the grip of the cold weather. The outdoors become slippery with an average of 2.28" (58mm) of snow settling on the ground. The winter sun attempts an entrance past the cloudy curtain but manages limited visibility. The wind slows down a bit, adding a smidgen more comfort to the climatic conditions. All in all, February continues the winter story with a brief interplay of slight warmth.

Temperature

The transition into February in Mount Vernon is marked with an average high-temperature of a still cold 38.8°F (3.8°C), showing an insignificant shift from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C). In Mount Vernon, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) during February.

Humidity

The most humid month in Mount Vernon is February, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mount Vernon, during February, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.8h 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 low health risk 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:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Mount Vernon, during February, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Mount Vernon, during February, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Vernon have in February?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average temperature in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average pressure in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average wind speed in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average humidity in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average rainfall in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average snowfall in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average UV index in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • 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
Mount Vernon, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Mount Vernon, NY

Average visibility in February - Mount Vernon, NY
  • 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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