February weather forecast
Petersburg, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Petersburg, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Petersburg marks the arrival of February with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C), hardly different from January's 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout the month of February, Petersburg witnesses an average temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Petersburg, Illinois, in February, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Petersburg, during February, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of February, in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Petersburg, Illinois. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Petersburg?

Petersburg in February has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Petersburg?

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

How many days does it rain in February in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, in February, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, in February, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in February in Petersburg, Illinois, is 10h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Petersburg?

On the first day of February in Petersburg, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in February?

In Petersburg, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Petersburg?

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 in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Petersburg, IL

Average temperature in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Petersburg, IL

Average pressure in February - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, IL

Average wind speed in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Petersburg, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Petersburg, IL

Average rainfall in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in February
Petersburg, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Petersburg, IL

Average snowfall in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Petersburg, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Petersburg, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Petersburg, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Petersburg, IL

Average UV index in February - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Petersburg, IL

Average visibility in February - Petersburg, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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