February weather forecast
Galena, IL

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Bright brown and golden trees near a calm river, bridge, and the colorful town of Galena, Illinois,
Bright brown and golden trees near a calm river, bridge, and the colorful town of Galena, Illinois,

Weather in February

February weather in Galena, takes a shift towards slightly warmer temperatures compared to previous month. However, colder temperatures still dominate the scene, at times dropping to 15.8°F (-9°C). The snow accumulation lessens to some degree, providing breaks between the previous month's frequent snowfalls. Additionally, the tendency for precipitation decreases. As this month progresses, daylight hours slowly increase hinting at the forthcoming spring.

Temperature

Galena ushers in February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Galena, during the month of February, experiences an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 86%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in February, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Galena, in February, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Galena, 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.8°F (-9°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in February in Galena?

In Galena, in February, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Galena, in February, during 10.5 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Galena, the average day length in February is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Galena?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galena have in February?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in February
Galena, IL

Average temperature in February - Galena, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Galena, IL

Average pressure in February - Galena, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Galena, IL

Average wind speed in February - Galena, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Galena, IL

Average humidity in February - Galena, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Galena, IL

Average rainfall in February - Galena, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in February
Galena, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Galena, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Galena, IL

Average snowfall in February - Galena, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Galena, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Galena, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Galena, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Galena, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Galena, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Galena, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Galena, IL

Average UV index in February - Galena, 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
Galena, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Galena, IL

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

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

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