February weather forecast
Alton, NY

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Alton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. Throughout the month of February, the average temperature in Alton dips to a still freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) at night.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Alton.

Rainfall

In Alton, during February, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.8 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alton, New York, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alton, the average sunshine in February is 2.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Alton, in February, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Alton, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Alton, in February, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout February, 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February in Alton is 10h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alton have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.7h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Alton, NY

Average temperature in February - Alton, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in February
Alton, NY

Average pressure in February - Alton, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"Hg

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

Average wind speed in February
Alton, NY

Average wind speed in February - Alton, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Alton, NY

Average humidity in February - Alton, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Alton, NY

Average rainfall in February - Alton, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in February
Alton, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Alton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Alton, NY

Average snowfall in February - Alton, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Alton, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Alton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alton, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alton, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alton, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Alton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Alton, NY

Average UV index in February - Alton, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Alton, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Alton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Alton, NY

Average visibility in February - Alton, NY
  • 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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