February weather forecast
Ghent, NY

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Ghent, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

As Ghent, New York, welcomes February, the average high-temperature records at a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In Ghent, the expected average low-temperature for February is a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ghent, in February, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout February, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ghent, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ghent, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ghent is February, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Ghent, New York, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout February, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Ghent, New York, in February, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length in Ghent is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in February?

In Ghent, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Ghent, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Ghent, NY

Average temperature in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Ghent, NY

Average pressure in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.02"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
Ghent, NY

Average wind speed in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Ghent, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in February
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ghent, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Ghent, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Ghent, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Ghent, NY

Average visibility in February - Ghent, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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