February weather forecast
Cincinnati, OH

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A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio
A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio

Weather in February

February sees a slight elevation in temperatures, with a hopeful eye to the onset of Spring. The month oftentimes is both a farewell to the intense chill of January and an invitation to milder conditions. Cincinnati experiences an uptick in humidity levels, keeping the air comfortably moist during winter's last full month. The difference from its predecessor is palpable yet subtle, providing a nuanced variation in the still-dominant winter pattern. The city's weather fosters an air of anticipation for the transformation heralded by the approaching season.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Cincinnati for February is a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. February's nights observe an average temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cincinnati, during February, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall in Cincinnati. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. 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. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

In Cincinnati, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Cincinnati, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Cincinnati, during February, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Cincinnati, in February, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average temperature in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average pressure in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average wind speed in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average humidity in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall days in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.01"

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

Average snowfall days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall days in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Cincinnati, OH

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average sunshine days in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average UV index in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average cloud cover in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Cincinnati, OH

Average visibility in February - Cincinnati, OH
  • 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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