February weather forecast
Northfield, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Northfield, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

February's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Northfield records an average nighttime low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in February, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northfield are January through May, October through December. In Northfield, during February, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 17.8" (452mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Northfield 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, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Northfield, the average sunshine in February is 3.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Northfield, the average high-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Northfield, in February, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout February, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Northfield, IL

Average temperature in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Northfield, IL

Average pressure in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"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
Northfield, IL

Average wind speed in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Northfield, IL

Average humidity in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Northfield, IL

Average rainfall in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Northfield, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Northfield, IL

Average snowfall in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Northfield, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Northfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Northfield, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Northfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Northfield, IL

Average UV index in February - Northfield, 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
Northfield, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Northfield, IL

Average visibility in February - Northfield, 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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