February weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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Weather in February

As the transitory period between winter and spring, February brings similar weather conditions to that of January, but with subtle differences. The city experiences a modest increase in both high and low temperatures, with the mercury ranging from 28.4°F (-2°C) to 39.4°F (4.1°C). The inclement weather is accompanied by an increased cloud coverage of 47%, thus masking the sun and fostering a gloomy atmosphere. Despite the prevalent cold, snowfall is relatively uncommon in this month, making way for mild rain showers. This phase marks the short yet crisp ending of winter, paving the way for the forthcoming spring.

Temperature

With the advent of February, Long Island City's high-temperatures adjust to a still wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. During the month of February, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Long Island City are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Long Island City, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Long Island City, in February, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the most humid month in Long Island City?

The months with the highest humidity in Long Island City are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Long Island City, in February, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Long Island City?

The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Long Island City, in February, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Island City have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Long Island City, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Long Island City, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in February - Long Island City, 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
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in February
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Long Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in February - Long Island City, NY
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in February - Long Island City, 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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