February weather forecast
Orleans, MA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Orleans, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Orleans's shift into February is marked by a subtle change to a still cold 39°F (3.9°C) from January's 38.8°F (3.8°C) in temperature. February nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In Orleans, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Orleans, in February, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.2 days and collects up to 5.75" (146mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Orleans. In Orleans, in February, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Orleans, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.2 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Orleans experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Orleans, in February, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Orleans, during February, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orleans have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orleans have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orleans?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Orleans, MA

Average temperature in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Orleans, MA

Average pressure in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Orleans, MA

Average wind speed in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Orleans, MA

Average humidity in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Orleans, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Orleans, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Orleans, MA

Average snowfall in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Orleans, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Orleans, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Orleans, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Orleans, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Orleans, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Orleans, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Orleans, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Orleans, MA

Average visibility in February - Orleans, 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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