February weather forecast
Sims, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Sims, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C), showing a slight difference from January's 37.8°F (3.2°C). In the month of February, Sims records a consistent average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sims, in February, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Sims, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of February, in Sims, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sims, Illinois, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sims, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. 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
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Sims?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Sims?

In February, the average relative humidity in Sims, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Sims in February?

In February, in Sims, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout February, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Sims?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Sims in February?

In Sims, in February, during 6.2 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Sims?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sims have in February?

In Sims, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sims?

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 Sims?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Sims is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Sims, IL

Average temperature in February - Sims, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in February
Sims, IL

Average pressure in February - Sims, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Sims, IL

Average wind speed in February - Sims, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Sims, IL

Average humidity in February - Sims, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Sims, IL

Average rainfall in February - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in February
Sims, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sims, IL

Average snowfall in February - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.01"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Sims, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Sims, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sims, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Sims, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Sims, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in February
Sims, IL

Average UV index in February - Sims, 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
Sims, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Sims, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Sims, IL

Average visibility in February - Sims, 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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