February weather forecast
Bethel, ME

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A wooden closed bridge with beautiful yellow and green trees on both sides in Bethel, Maine

Weather in February

In February, winter continues to hold Bethel, Maine in its icy grip, although there is a slight rise in temperature when compared to January. Temperatures average between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C). Despite the late-winter season, snow continues to fall making for rewarding winter sports opportunities. Cold winds blow from the North, making layered clothing requisite for outdoor activity. The cloud even more dominates the sky with only sparse bursts of sunshine throughout the month.

Temperature

The initiation of February sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. Bethel experiences a mean low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) during February.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in February, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, February is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during February leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Bethel, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 87%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Bethel, during February, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Bethel?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Bethel?

In Bethel, in February, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in February?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Bethel, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is February, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Bethel, ME

Average temperature in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°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 (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in February
Bethel, ME

Average pressure in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Bethel, ME

Average wind speed in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Bethel, ME

Average humidity in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Bethel, ME

Average rainfall in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in February
Bethel, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Bethel, ME

Average snowfall in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 11.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Bethel, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bethel, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Bethel, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Bethel, ME

Average UV index in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Bethel, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in February
Bethel, ME

Average visibility in February - Bethel, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).

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