February weather forecast
Forest Lake, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Forest Lake, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Forest Lake, Illinois, notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February, displaying minor variation from January. Forest Lake, during the month of February, experiences an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Forest Lake, in February, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Forest Lake. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.9h.

UV index

In Forest Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Forest Lake, in February, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout February, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Forest Lake is February, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Forest Lake, during February, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Lake have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Forest Lake, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average pressure in February - Forest Lake, 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
Forest Lake, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average humidity in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average rainfall in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average snowfall in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Forest Lake, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average UV index in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Forest Lake, IL

Average visibility in February - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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