February weather forecast
Kensington, MD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Kensington, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of February introduces an average high-temperature of a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. In February, Kensington's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kensington, in February, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kensington. In February, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Kensington is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Kensington, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during February translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

In February, in Kensington, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Kensington, in February, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Kensington, in February, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kensington.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Kensington, MD

Average temperature in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.7°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
Kensington, MD

Average pressure in February - Kensington, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Kensington, MD

Average wind speed in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Kensington, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Kensington, MD

Average rainfall in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in February
Kensington, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Kensington, MD

Average snowfall in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Kensington, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Kensington, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Kensington, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Kensington, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Kensington, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Kensington, MD

Average UV index in February - Kensington, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Kensington, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Kensington, MD

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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