February weather forecast
Essex, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Essex, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C), closely following the temperature pattern of January. During February, the average low-temperature in Essex, Illinois, is a subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

In Essex, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Essex, Illinois, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Essex, is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Essex, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Essex, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout February, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4h.

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Essex, IL

Average temperature in February - Essex, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in February
Essex, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Essex, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in February
Essex, IL

Average humidity in February - Essex, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Essex, IL

Average rainfall in February - Essex, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in February
Essex, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Essex, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Essex, IL

Average snowfall in February - Essex, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Essex, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Essex, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Essex, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Essex, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Essex, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Essex, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Essex, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Essex, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Essex, IL

Average visibility in February - Essex, 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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