February weather forecast
Wheeling, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Wheeling, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Wheeling's shift from January to February is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), a slight deviation from 28°F (-2.2°C). Wheeling witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

In Wheeling, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in February, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wheeling are January through May, October through December. In Wheeling, in February, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow. In Wheeling, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of February, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature during February is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Wheeling, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout February, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Wheeling, in February, during 10.8 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wheeling have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 36min.

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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in February
Wheeling, IL

Average temperature in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Wheeling, IL

Average pressure in February - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average wind speed in February - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average humidity in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in February
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Wheeling, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Wheeling, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Wheeling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Wheeling, IL

Average UV index in February - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average visibility in February - Wheeling, 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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