February weather forecast
Fort Kent, ME

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Weather in February

As the calendar changes to February, it comes with subtle modifications in weather conditions compared to January. February owes its reputation as the city’s snowiest month to the consistent snowfall, without which the dense snowpack would be incomplete. The relative humidity remains the same, keeping water in its solid state and leading to freezing temperatures. A characteristic feature of February's climate is the extension of daylight by more than an hour from January. The chilly winds continue to swoop down the streets of Fort Kent, so layering up is a wise choice.

Temperature

In February, Fort Kent experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), closely mirroring the climate in January. In the month of February, Fort Kent's average low-temperature falls to a polar cold 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Kent, in February, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.74" (349mm) of snow. In Fort Kent, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 71.89" (1826mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.2h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature during February is 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Fort Kent, the average relative humidity in February is 93%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Fort Kent, during February, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Fort Kent, during February, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Kent have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Kent are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average temperature in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average high temperature in February: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 3.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average pressure in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average pressure in February: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average wind speed in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average wind speed in February: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average humidity in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average humidity in February: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall in February: 13.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall days in February: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average UV index in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average cloud cover in February: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in February
Fort Kent, ME

Average visibility in February - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

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

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