February weather forecast
Cortland, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Cortland, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into February, Cortland experiences an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In Cortland, the February nights cool down to an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cortland, during February, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cortland, the average sunshine in February is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

Cortland in February has an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Cortland?

In Cortland, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Cortland, during February, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Cortland, in February, during 10.6 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in February?

In February, the average day length in Cortland is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Cortland, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Cortland, IL

Average temperature in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Cortland, IL

Average pressure in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Cortland, IL

Average wind speed in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Cortland, IL

Average humidity in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Cortland, IL

Average rainfall in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Cortland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cortland, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Cortland, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Cortland, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Cortland, IL

Average visibility in February - Cortland, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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