February weather forecast
Lancaster, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Lancaster, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Shifting into February, Lancaster records an average high-temperature of a frosty 43°F (6.1°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. During February, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in February, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout February, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lancaster, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Lancaster is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lancaster, the average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Lancaster, records 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How many days does it rain in February?

In Lancaster, in February, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Lancaster, Illinois, in February, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Lancaster, IL

Average temperature in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Lancaster, IL

Average pressure in February - Lancaster, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Lancaster, IL

Average wind speed in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Lancaster, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in February
Lancaster, IL

Average rainfall in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in February
Lancaster, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Lancaster, IL

Average snowfall in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Lancaster, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Lancaster, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lancaster, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lancaster, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Lancaster, IL

Average UV index in February - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Lancaster, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Lancaster, IL

Average visibility in February - Lancaster, 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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