February weather forecast
Woods Hole, MA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still cold 38.7°F (3.7°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. Woods Hole notes an average temperature descent to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In Woods Hole, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In Woods Hole, during February, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 70 rainfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Woods Hole, in February, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Woods Hole, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.

Daylight

In Woods Hole, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
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.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Woods Hole, is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Woods Hole, in February, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Woods Hole, during February, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest?

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

What is the water temperature in February?

In Woods Hole, the average seawater temperature in February is 38.1°F (3.4°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Woods Hole have in February?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Woods Hole have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What are the months 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?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average temperature in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Woods Hole, MA

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

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

Average wind speed in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average wind speed in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average wind speed in February: 14.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average humidity in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall days in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall days in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average sea temperature in February - Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Woods Hole, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average sunshine days in February - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Woods Hole, MA

Average UV index in February - Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average cloud cover in February - Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average visibility in February - Woods Hole, 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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