February weather forecast
Hancock, MI

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Weather in February

Moving from the icy climate of January, the weather in Hancock goes through subtle changes in February. It is notable that the daylight hours start increasing, signalling the oncoming arrival of spring in the following months. Frosty winds still persist this time of year, with average temperatures remaining in the lower ranges. The city experiences more snowfall—amounting to 7.24" (184mm)—making February the top performer in terms of winter precipitation. As spring creeps closer, expect to notice incrementally longer sunshine hours.

Temperature

Transitioning from January to February, Hancock observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), differing subtly from the previous month. In Hancock, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of February, with an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hancock, in February, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 snowfall days, and 36.89" (937mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hancock, the average sunshine in February is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Hancock, is 23.4°F (-4.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January through March Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Hancock, in February, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Hancock, in February, during 20.4 snowfall days, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hancock have in February?

In Hancock, the average day length in February is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Hancock, the average sunshine duration in February is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Hancock, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Hancock, MI

Average temperature in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Hancock, MI

Average pressure in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Hancock, MI

Average wind speed in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Hancock, MI

Average humidity in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Hancock, MI

Average rainfall in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Hancock, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hancock, MI

Average snowfall in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average snowfall in February: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hancock, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Hancock, MI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hancock, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Hancock, MI

Average UV index in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Hancock, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Hancock, MI

Average visibility in February - Hancock, MI
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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