February weather forecast
Cottonwood, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Cottonwood, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of February marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) from January's 39.7°F (4.3°C). During February, Cottonwood consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Cottonwood is February, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cottonwood, the average sunshine in February is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Cottonwood, in February, the average high-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Cottonwood, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Cottonwood, in February, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cottonwood have in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Cottonwood?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is 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 reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average temperature in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average pressure in February - Cottonwood, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average wind speed in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average humidity in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average rainfall in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average snowfall in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Cottonwood, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average UV index in February - Cottonwood, 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
Cottonwood, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Cottonwood, IL

Average visibility in February - Cottonwood, 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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