February weather forecast
Lafayette, IN

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Weather in February

February still carries winter's icy touch, albeit a bit milder compared to January. The mercury begins a subtle increase, with the higher temperatures reaching to approximately 36.3°F (2.4°C). Despite this, snowfall continues to be present, marking off the winter season. More sunlight pierces through the cloud cover as there's a slight decrease in cloud percentage, indicating the upcoming spring. Lafayette citizens anticipate the appearance of the first signs of new life as winter slowly loosens its grip towards the end of the month.

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C), marking a negligible difference from January's 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Lafayette observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in February, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lafayette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Lafayette is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Lafayette, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Lafayette, Indiana, in February, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout February, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length in Lafayette is 10h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Lafayette is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in February
Lafayette, IN

Average temperature in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Lafayette, IN

Average pressure in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Lafayette, IN

Average wind speed in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Lafayette, IN

Average humidity in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.44"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Lafayette, IN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lafayette, IN
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lafayette, IN

Average sunshine days in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Lafayette, IN

Average UV index in February - Lafayette, IN
  • 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
Lafayette, IN

Average cloud cover in February - Lafayette, IN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Lafayette, IN

Average visibility in February - Lafayette, IN
  • 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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