February weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Houghton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The dawn of February sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C), subtly contrasting with January's 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In the month of February, Houghton experiences an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Houghton, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) 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 19.5 days and typically aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and the low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 87%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Houghton, in February, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Houghton?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout February, 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Houghton, NY

Average temperature in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Houghton, NY

Average wind speed in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Houghton, NY

Average humidity in February - Houghton, NY
  • 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 (78%).

Average rainfall in February
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 9.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Houghton, 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: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Houghton, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Houghton, NY

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

Average cloud cover in February
Houghton, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in February
Houghton, NY

Average visibility in February - Houghton, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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