February weather forecast
Augusta, ME

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Beautiful view of the water and skyline in Augusta, Maine, with trees and mountains in a distance
Beautiful view of the water and skyline in Augusta, Maine, with trees and mountains in a distance

Weather in February

The February weather in Augusta patiently waits for spring, offering cold days and colder nights compared to January. Amidst the frost and snow, the month sees a slight elongation in daylight hours, inviting local denizens to venture outdoors more frequently. However, the below freezing temperatures maintain their grip, urging residents to keep their warm wear handy. The sun is notably elusive, working with visible rays for less than half of the total daylight hours.

Temperature

Augusta's entry into February measures an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is observed in Augusta during February.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout February, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Augusta are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Augusta, 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout February, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Augusta, in February, during 10.8 snowfall days, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in February?

In Augusta, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Augusta, ME

Average temperature in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Augusta, ME

Average pressure in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Augusta, ME

Average wind speed in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Augusta, ME

Average humidity in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Augusta, ME

Average rainfall in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in February
Augusta, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Augusta, ME

Average snowfall in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Augusta, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Augusta, ME

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Augusta, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Augusta, ME

Average UV index in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Augusta, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in February
Augusta, ME

Average visibility in February - Augusta, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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