February weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is an icy month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C), subtly diverging from January's 30.6°F (-0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is recorded during the nights in February in North Amherst.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout February, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.3 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in North Amherst, Massachusetts, are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Amherst, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, North Amherst experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity in North Amherst is 82%.

How much does it rain in February?

In North Amherst, in February, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In North Amherst, during February, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Amherst have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:39 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 long on average sun shines 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 are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February in North Amherst?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
North Amherst, MA

Average temperature in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in February
North Amherst, MA

Average pressure in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
North Amherst, MA

Average wind speed in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in February
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
North Amherst, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - North Amherst, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

Average UV index in February
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in February - North Amherst, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in February - North Amherst, MA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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