February weather forecast
Needham, MA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Needham, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Needham observes an average high-temperature of a still icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February, barely different from 33.6°F (0.9°C) in January. February witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Needham, in February, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.9 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Needham, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.8 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Needham experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Needham, in February, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Needham, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Needham have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Needham have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Needham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Needham, MA

Average temperature in February - Needham, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Needham, MA

Average pressure in February - Needham, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Needham, MA

Average wind speed in February - Needham, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Needham, MA

Average humidity in February - Needham, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Needham, MA

Average rainfall in February - Needham, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Needham, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Needham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Needham, MA

Average snowfall in February - Needham, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Needham, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Needham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Needham, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Needham, MA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Needham, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Needham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Needham, MA

Average UV index in February - Needham, MA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Needham, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Needham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Needham, MA

Average visibility in February - Needham, MA
  • 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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