February weather forecast
New Salem, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in New Salem, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

February brings a marginal elevation to a still icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) from January's 33.8°F (1°C) in New Salem's average high-temperatures. In February, New Salem records an average nighttime temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Salem are January through April, November and December. In New Salem, in February, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

In New Salem, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25°F (-3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In New Salem, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February?

In New Salem, during February, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In New Salem, in February, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Salem have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in New Salem?

In New Salem, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
New Salem, IL

Average temperature in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in February
New Salem, IL

Average pressure in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
New Salem, IL

Average wind speed in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in February
New Salem, IL

Average humidity in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in February
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall days in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall days in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 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
New Salem, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
New Salem, IL

Average sunshine days in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
New Salem, IL

Average UV index in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
New Salem, IL

Average cloud cover in February - New Salem, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
New Salem, IL

Average visibility in February - New Salem, 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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