Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
The dawn of February sees an average high-temperature of a still wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C), subtly contrasting with January's 38.5°F (3.6°C). Essex's temperature drops to an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Essex, in February, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Essex. In Essex, in February, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In 43.7°F (6.5°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during February translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. 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. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in February
Essex, MD
- Average high temperature in February: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 29.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in February
Essex, MD
- Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Essex, MD
- Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Essex, MD
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (73%).
Average rainfall in February
Essex, MD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in February
Essex, MD
- Average rainfall days in February: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Essex, MD
- Average snowfall in February: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Essex, MD
- Average snowfall days in February: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Essex, MD
- Average sea temperature in February: 43.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.7°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Essex, MD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Essex, MD
- Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in February
Essex, MD
- Average UV index in February: 2
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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Essex, 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
Essex, 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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