February weather forecast
South Hempstead, NY

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in South Hempstead, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

South Hempstead's shift into February sets the average high-temperature at a still cold 39.6°F (4.2°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from January's 37.6°F (3.1°C). The nighttime temperature, during February, averages of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In South Hempstead, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.1 rainfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Hempstead, in February, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Hempstead are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in South Hempstead, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In South Hempstead, during February, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout February, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In South Hempstead, the average day length in February is 10h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February in South Hempstead, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Hempstead have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in February - South Hempstead, 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
South Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
South Hempstead, NY

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
South Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in February - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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