February weather forecast
Houghton, MI

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Weather in February

February weather is quite comparable to January in Houghton, with a strong prevalence of cold temperatures and significant snowfall. The transition from January to February is marked by slightly warmer temperatures but remains squarely in the grip of winter. On some days, the sun struggles to break through the dense layer of cloud cover, painting the sky a monotonous grey. The city's inhabitants look to March with anticipation as it promises a start to melting snow and marginally warmer temperatures. Though February signifies the end of the toughest winter period, it's not time to pack away the thermal clothing yet.

Temperature

Houghton, Michigan, greets February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. In Houghton, the nocturnal temperatures throughout February show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still subzero cold 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Houghton, 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 February, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Houghton, Michigan. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Houghton in February?

February temperatures in Houghton vary between a high-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Houghton?

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

What is the average humidity in February in Houghton?

The average relative humidity in February in Houghton, Michigan, is 87%.

What is the driest month in Houghton?

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 Houghton in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout February, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Houghton in February?

In Houghton, Michigan, during February, snow falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Houghton?

The average day length in February in Houghton, Michigan, is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Houghton?

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 Houghton?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Houghton?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Houghton?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Houghton, MI

Average temperature in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average pressure in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average wind speed in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average humidity in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average snowfall in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average UV index in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Houghton, 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
Houghton, MI

Average visibility in February - Houghton, 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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