February weather forecast
Mackinac Island, MI

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A tranquil neighborhood with homes and a church in a scenic natural park in Mackinac Island, Michigan
A tranquil neighborhood with homes and a church in a scenic natural park in Mackinac Island, Michigan

Weather in February

Moving into February, the weather on Mackinac Island remains in the firm grip of winter. Cold temperatures persist, albeit slightly more moderate compared to January. Daylight lengthens to about 10.4 hours, but clouds often mute its presence. Snow continues to fall, though with a bit less vigor than in previous month. The silver lining lies in the seeming stabilization of weather patterns, promising a tad more predictability.

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C), marking a negligible difference from January's 23.4°F (-4.8°C). Mackinac Island experiences a steady low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) throughout February.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mackinac Island, during February, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mackinac Island, there are 131 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mackinac Island are January through May, October through December. In Mackinac Island, in February, during 18.3 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mackinac Island, there are 93.6 snowfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this state is extremely cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Hypothermia happens quickly in the absence of protective insulated waterproof clothing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Mackinac Island is 2.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Mackinac Island. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Mackinac Island?

Mackinac Island in February has an average high-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Mackinac Island?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Mackinac Island, Michigan.

What is the average humidity in February in Mackinac Island?

In February, the average relative humidity in Mackinac Island is 89%.

How many days does it rain in February in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, in February, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mackinac Island in February?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, in February, during 18.3 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest in Mackinac Island?

February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Mackinac Island, Michigan.

How cold is the water in February in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in February is 35.6°F (2°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in February in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, the average day length in February is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Mackinac Island?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mackinac Island have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Mackinac Island, Michigan, is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mackinac Island?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Mackinac Island, Michigan.

What is the UV index reading in February in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average temperature in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average high temperature in February: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average pressure in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"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
Mackinac Island, MI

Average wind speed in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average wind speed in February: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average humidity in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average rainfall in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average snowfall in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average sea temperature in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average sea temperature in February: 36°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Mackinac Island, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average UV index in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average UV index in February: 1

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

Average cloud cover in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Mackinac Island, MI

Average visibility in February - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

Mackinac Island, Michigan, USA

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