February weather forecast
Petersham, MA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a wintry month in Petersham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

As Petersham transitions into February, the average high-temperature stands at a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. Throughout February, Petersham registers a consistent average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Petersham, during February, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Petersham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Petersham, is 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Petersham, during February, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Petersham, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Petersham, MA

Average temperature in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Petersham, MA

Average pressure in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average pressure in February: 30"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
Petersham, MA

Average wind speed in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Petersham, MA

Average humidity in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Petersham, MA

Average rainfall in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in February
Petersham, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Petersham, MA

Average snowfall in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Petersham, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Petersham, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Petersham, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in February
Petersham, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Petersham, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Petersham, MA

Average visibility in February - Petersham, MA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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