February weather - Winter 2025

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

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Weather in February

As February debuts in Cambridge, Maryland, the city experiences subtle shifts in weather patterns. A slight increase in warmth is observed as the winter season starts loosening its hold on the city. Compared to January, the increase in temperature is just enough to notice subtle whispers of upcoming spring, but it is still winter, with an average low temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The month is also a spectacle for snow lovers, with snowfall making a reappearance. However, by the end of the month, the snowfall decreases, leaving the taste of lingering possibilities of a warm spring.

Temperature

Transitioning into February, Cambridge records an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C), almost identical to January's 41.2°F (5.1°C). During February, the average low-temperature is an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Cambridge, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, in February, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cambridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cambridge, in February, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.5 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 33.8°F (1°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Cambridge.
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In Cambridge, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Cambridge, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

In February, in Cambridge, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Cambridge, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Cambridge, during February, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest?

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the ocean temperature in February?

In Cambridge, in February, the average water temperature is 33.8°F (1°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.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Cambridge?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in February?

In Cambridge, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

41.2°F 5.1°C

44.4°F 6.9°C

50.9°F 10.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.6mph 17.1km/h

10.7mph 17.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

2.1

1.7

1.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

21.3

18.1

17.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Cambridge, MD

Average high temperature in February: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

Average low temperature in February: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Cambridge, MD

Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Cambridge, MD

Average wind speed in February: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Cambridge, MD

Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Cambridge, MD

Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Cambridge, MD

Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cambridge, MD

Average snowfall in February: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Cambridge, MD

Average snowfall days in February: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Cambridge, MD

Average sea temperature in February: 34°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).

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

Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cambridge, MD

Average sunshine days in February: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Cambridge, MD

Average UV index in February: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Cambridge, MD

Average cloud cover in February: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Cambridge, MD

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).

February weather forecast
Cambridge, MD

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