February weather forecast
Charleston, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Charleston, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of February, Charleston's high-temperatures register at a still wintry 39°F (3.9°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is recorded during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Charleston. In Charleston, during February, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Charleston, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Charleston, in February, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Charleston, in February, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Charleston, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

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 radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Charleston, IL

Average temperature in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Charleston, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Charleston, IL

Average wind speed in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Charleston, IL

Average humidity in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Charleston, IL

Average rainfall in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Charleston, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Charleston, IL

Average snowfall in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Charleston, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Charleston, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Charleston, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Charleston, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Charleston, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Charleston, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Charleston, IL

Average visibility in February - Charleston, 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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