February weather forecast
Madison, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Madison, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of February records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), barely varying from January's 37.2°F (2.9°C). In Madison, the average low-temperature during the month of February is a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Madison, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Madison, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Madison, in February, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Madison, in February, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Madison?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months 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 reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Madison 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
Madison, IL

Average temperature in February - Madison, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Madison, IL

Average pressure in February - Madison, 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
Madison, IL

Average wind speed in February - Madison, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Madison, IL

Average humidity in February - Madison, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Madison, IL

Average rainfall in February - Madison, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in February
Madison, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Madison, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Madison, IL

Average snowfall in February - Madison, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Madison, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Madison, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Madison, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Madison, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Madison, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Madison, IL

Average UV index in February - Madison, 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
Madison, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Madison, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Madison, IL

Average visibility in February - Madison, 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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