February weather forecast
Rifton, NY

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Rifton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Rifton, New York, registers an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Rifton experiences a steady low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) throughout February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rifton, in February, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rifton, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rifton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Rifton, records 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Rifton, during February, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Rifton. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Rifton, in February, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 37min.

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 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rifton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Rifton have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Rifton, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°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 (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in February
Rifton, NY

Average pressure in February - Rifton, 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
Rifton, NY

Average wind speed in February - Rifton, 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
Rifton, NY

Average humidity in February - Rifton, 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
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Rifton, NY

Average snowfall in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Rifton, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Rifton, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Rifton, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Rifton, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Rifton, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Rifton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in February
Rifton, NY

Average visibility in February - Rifton, 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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