February weather forecast
West Lafayette, IN

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a wintry month in West Lafayette, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and max 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

West Lafayette records a slight change with February's average high-temperatures adjusting to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) from January's 31.8°F (-0.1°C). West Lafayette throughout February, records an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Lafayette, during February, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Lafayette, there are 153.1 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in West Lafayette is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:57 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 is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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 extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in West Lafayette?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Lafayette, Indiana, during February are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in West Lafayette?

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

How many days does it rain in February in West Lafayette?

In February, in West Lafayette, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout February, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in West Lafayette?

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

How much does it snow in West Lafayette in February?

In West Lafayette, Indiana, during February, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in West Lafayette?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February in West Lafayette?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Lafayette, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in West Lafayette?

In West Lafayette, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in February in West Lafayette?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in West Lafayette is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
West Lafayette, IN

Average temperature in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average pressure in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average wind speed in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average humidity in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall days in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall days in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

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

Average sunshine days in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average UV index in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average cloud cover in February - West 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average visibility in February - West 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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