February weather forecast
Benson, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is an icy month in Benson, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Benson's February average high-temperature settles at an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. The low-temperature in Benson averages to a freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

In Benson, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Benson, during February, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Benson, Illinois, there are 122.1 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Benson, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Benson is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Benson?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Benson, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Benson?

The average relative humidity in February in Benson is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February in Benson?

In Benson, Illinois, in February, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Benson?

The month with the most snowfall in Benson, Illinois, is February, when snow falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Benson in February?

In Benson, Illinois, in February, during 7.4 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Benson?

In Benson, Illinois, the average day length in February is 10h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Benson?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Benson, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benson have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Benson?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Benson, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Benson, IL

Average temperature in February - Benson, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Benson, IL

Average pressure in February - Benson, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Benson, IL

Average wind speed in February - Benson, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Benson, IL

Average humidity in February - Benson, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Benson, IL

Average rainfall in February - Benson, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in February
Benson, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Benson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Benson, IL

Average snowfall in February - Benson, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Benson, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Benson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Benson, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Benson, IL
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Benson, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Benson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Benson, IL

Average UV index in February - Benson, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Benson, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Benson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Benson, IL

Average visibility in February - Benson, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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