February weather forecast
Mount Prospect, IL

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Weather in February

February extends the cold spell that began in January, maintaining the chilly weather that defines winter in Mount Prospect. With a continued high humidity relative of 82%, the weather condition leads to drier skin. The city experiences less snowfall this month, signaling that winter is gradually yielding to spring. Although the days are still short, the sun begins to assert its presence and daylight hours increase slightly. The weather in February is beautiful, a melange of winter’s icy touch and hints of the spring to come.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) marks February, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in January. Throughout February, the temperature falls to an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout February, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Prospect, in February, during 10.2 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mount Prospect, Illinois, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, in Mount Prospect, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Mount Prospect, in February, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Mount Prospect, in February, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Prospect in February?

In Mount Prospect, in February, during 10.2 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Prospect have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Mount Prospect?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 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 Mount Prospect have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Mount Prospect, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value 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
Mount Prospect, IL

Average temperature in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.6°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average pressure in February - Mount Prospect, 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
Mount Prospect, IL

Average wind speed in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average humidity in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average rainfall in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average snowfall in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Mount Prospect, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average UV index in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Mount Prospect, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Mount Prospect, IL

Average visibility in February - Mount Prospect, 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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