February weather forecast
West Falmouth, MA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also an icy month in West Falmouth, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Entering February, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still cold 38.5°F (3.6°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from January's 37.6°F (3.1°C). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is maintained during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Falmouth, in February, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.1 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Falmouth, in February, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In West Falmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February is the month with the coldest seawater in West Falmouth, with an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

The high-temperature, in February, in West Falmouth, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February in West Falmouth?

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In West Falmouth, Massachusetts, during February, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In West Falmouth, in February, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What month is the ocean coldest?

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

How cold is the water in February in West Falmouth?

In West Falmouth, the average seawater temperature in February is 38.1°F (3.4°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average temperature in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average pressure in February - West Falmouth, 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
West Falmouth, MA

Average wind speed in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average humidity in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall days in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall days in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average sea temperature in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average sea temperature in February: 38.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
West Falmouth, MA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average sunshine days in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average UV index in February - West Falmouth, 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
West Falmouth, MA

Average cloud cover in February - West Falmouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
West Falmouth, MA

Average visibility in February - West Falmouth, 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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