February weather forecast
Plaisted, ME

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Plaisted, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low of 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

Temperature

Upon the onset of February, Plaisted witnesses an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 3.6°F (-15.8°C) during February.

Humidity

In Plaisted, Maine, the average relative humidity in February 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plaisted, during February, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 106.5 snowfall days, and 71.89" (1826mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Plaisted is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of February, in Plaisted, Maine, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Plaisted, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plaisted. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plaisted in February?

In Plaisted, in February, the average high-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Plaisted?

The average relative humidity in February is 93%.

What is the driest month in Plaisted?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Plaisted, Maine. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Plaisted in February?

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

How many days does it snow in February in Plaisted?

In Plaisted, Maine, in February, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Plaisted?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Plaisted?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plaisted, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Plaisted?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Plaisted have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plaisted?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Plaisted?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Plaisted is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Plaisted, ME

Average temperature in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average pressure in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average wind speed in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average humidity in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average rainfall in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average rainfall days in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average snowfall in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average snowfall days in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
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
Plaisted, ME

Average sunshine days in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average UV index in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average cloud cover in February - Plaisted, 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
Plaisted, ME

Average visibility in February - Plaisted, 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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