February weather forecast
New Paltz, NY

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in New Paltz, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°F (1.9°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

February's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.4°F (1.9°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. The average low-temperature during February nights is a freezing cold 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In New Paltz, New York, in February, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Paltz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.6 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Paltz, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature in New Paltz during February is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in February in New Paltz?

In New Paltz, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In New Paltz, in February, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In New Paltz, in February, during 7.7 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Paltz have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in New Paltz?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does New Paltz have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In New Paltz, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
New Paltz, NY

Average temperature in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in February
New Paltz, NY

Average pressure in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"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
New Paltz, NY

Average wind speed in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in February
New Paltz, NY

Average humidity in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in February
New Paltz, NY

Average rainfall in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in February
New Paltz, NY

Average rainfall days in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
New Paltz, NY

Average snowfall in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
New Paltz, NY

Average snowfall days in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
New Paltz, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - New Paltz, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
New Paltz, NY

Average sunshine days in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
New Paltz, NY

Average UV index in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
New Paltz, NY

Average cloud cover in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
New Paltz, NY

Average visibility in February - New Paltz, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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