February weather forecast
Petoskey, MI

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A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan
A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan

Weather in February

February comes with minor weather changes. Although temperatures rise slightly, February still remains one of the coldest months. The snowfall plummets compared to January, the decline is notable, down to 5.79" (147mm). The sun peeks out a little more than before, allowing for daylight durations to lengthen, hinting at the incoming spring. Despite these changes, the wind chill factor still demands heavy winter gear.

Temperature

On the advent of February, Petoskey's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) from January's 25°F (-3.9°C). Petoskey reports an average low temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) in February, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Petoskey, in February, during 19.1 snowfall days, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Petoskey, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.7 days and aggregates up to 33.62" (854mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of February, in Petoskey, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Petoskey, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Petoskey, the average high-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In Petoskey, in February, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout February, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February in Petoskey, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petoskey have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

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

Average temperature in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.7°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Petoskey, MI

Average pressure in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"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
Petoskey, MI

Average wind speed in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Petoskey, MI

Average humidity in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in February
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall days in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Petoskey, MI

Average snowfall in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Petoskey, MI

Average snowfall days in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Petoskey, MI

Average sunshine days in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Petoskey, MI

Average UV index in February - Petoskey, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Petoskey, MI

Average cloud cover in February - Petoskey, MI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Petoskey, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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