February weather forecast
Riverdale Heights, MD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a frosty month in Riverdale Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from January to February sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C), from a not significantly different 39.9°F (4.4°C). Throughout February, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 73%.

Rainfall

In Riverdale Heights, in February, during 10 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riverdale Heights are January through April and December. In Riverdale Heights, during February, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Riverdale Heights, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:40 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 Riverdale Heights, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Riverdale Heights, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 73%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Riverdale Heights, during February, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout February, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Riverdale Heights, 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 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverdale Heights, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Riverdale Heights have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average temperature in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average pressure in February - Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average wind speed in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average humidity in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average rainfall in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average snowfall in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.24"

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

Average snowfall days in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average UV index in February - Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in February - Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average visibility in February - Riverdale Heights, 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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