February weather forecast
Bowie, MD

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Weather in February

With winter's grip easing slightly, February in Bowie, Maryland, witnesses slight improvements in weather conditions. The dip in the snowfall to 1.93" (49mm) speaks to the receding winter and the upcoming arrival of spring. While the temperatures steadily rise, the sunshine hours also increase, hinting at longer, slightly warmer days. A traditional increase in pressure usually accompanies this shift. Notwithstanding the minor relief, freezing conditions remain, so inhabitants maintain their readiness.

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C), a near match to January's 39.7°F (4.3°C). In February, the temperature drops to an average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bowie, in February, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bowie, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bowie, in February, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February in Bowie, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in February transforms into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Bowie, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Bowie, in February, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bowie have in February?

In Bowie, the average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Bowie, the average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Bowie, MD

Average temperature in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in February
Bowie, MD

Average pressure in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Bowie, MD

Average wind speed in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Bowie, MD

Average humidity in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in February
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bowie, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Bowie, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Bowie, MD

Average UV index in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Bowie, MD

Average cloud cover in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Bowie, MD

Average visibility in February - Bowie, MD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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