February weather forecast
Chester, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Chester, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Chester's average high-temperature at the onset of February, reaching a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) from January's 39.6°F (4.2°C). February's average low-temperature reading in Chester settles at a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in February, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Chester is February, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chester, the average sunshine in February is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chester in February?

February temperatures in Chester vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, in Chester, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout February, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout February, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in February?

In Chester, Illinois, the average day length in February is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in February?

In Chester, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Chester, IL

Average temperature in February - Chester, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Chester, IL

Average pressure in February - Chester, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Chester, IL

Average wind speed in February - Chester, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Chester, IL

Average humidity in February - Chester, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Chester, IL

Average rainfall in February - Chester, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in February
Chester, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Chester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Chester, IL

Average snowfall in February - Chester, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Chester, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Chester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Chester, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chester, IL
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Chester, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Chester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Chester, IL

Average UV index in February - Chester, IL
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Chester, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Chester, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Chester, IL

Average visibility in February - Chester, IL
  • 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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