February weather forecast
East Alton, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in East Alton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 41°F (5°C), marking a negligible difference from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C). During February, East Alton records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In East Alton, Illinois, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in East Alton is February, when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in East Alton. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Alton, Illinois, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, in East Alton, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in East Alton, Illinois.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Alton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in East Alton?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in East Alton, Illinois, are 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in East Alton?

In East Alton, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

What is the driest month in East Alton?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in East Alton in February?

In East Alton, in February, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in East Alton?

February is the month with the most snowfall in East Alton. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in East Alton?

In East Alton, in February, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in East Alton?

The average day length in February in East Alton is 10h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in East Alton?

On the first day of February in East Alton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in East Alton?

The months with the least sunshine in East Alton are January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does East Alton have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Alton?

The months with the lowest UV index in East Alton, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in East Alton?

In East Alton, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
East Alton, IL

Average temperature in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in February
East Alton, IL

Average pressure in February - East Alton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
East Alton, IL

Average wind speed in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in February
East Alton, IL

Average humidity in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
East Alton, IL

Average rainfall in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in February
East Alton, IL

Average rainfall days in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
East Alton, IL

Average snowfall in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
East Alton, IL

Average snowfall days in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
East Alton, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - East Alton, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
East Alton, IL

Average sunshine days in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
East Alton, IL

Average UV index in February - East Alton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
East Alton, IL

Average cloud cover in February - East Alton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
East Alton, IL

Average visibility in February - East Alton, 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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