February weather forecast
Merrillville, IN

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Weather in February

As the calendar turns to February, a gradual warming trend is observed in Merrillville. Unlike January, the snowfall quantity experiences a slight decrease. Individuals can still enjoy winter activities, but with frequent cloudy days, it's an opportune time to appreciate the beauty of indoors as well. The daylight hours also start to extend. Wind speeds begin to drop, indicating a gradual calming of winter's fury as we move closer to the spring months.

Temperature

As Merrillville welcomes February, the average high-temperature stabilizes at an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C), showing little deviation from January's 30°F (-1.1°C). In February, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In February, in Merrillville, Indiana, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout February, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 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 33.4°F (0.8°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Merrillville?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Merrillville, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Merrillville, in February, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Merrillville. Snow falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout February, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Merrillville have in February?

In Merrillville, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February in Merrillville, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Merrillville, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Merrillville, IN

Average temperature in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Merrillville, IN

Average pressure in February - Merrillville, IN
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Merrillville, IN

Average wind speed in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Merrillville, IN

Average humidity in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

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

Average rainfall in February
Merrillville, IN

Average rainfall in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in February
Merrillville, IN

Average rainfall days in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Merrillville, IN

Average snowfall in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Merrillville, IN

Average snowfall days in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Merrillville, IN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Merrillville, IN

Average sunshine days in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Merrillville, IN

Average UV index in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Merrillville, IN

Average cloud cover in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Merrillville, IN

Average visibility in February - Merrillville, IN
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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