February weather forecast
Portsmouth, RI

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Weather in February

February inches the temperature scale upwards a bit, providing Portsmouth's residents with mild relief from January's biting cold. Lingering snow showers from the previous month peter out, leading to decreased snowfall. Expect temperatures to rise significantly in March with the onset of spring. Longer daylight hours and more sunshine work in tandem to thaw out the frost, prepping the city for warmer days ahead. Despite a slight drop in humidity, moisture-laden air is still rampant, typical of coastal cities like Portsmouth.

Temperature

Portsmouth's February showcases an average high-temperature of a still icy 37.9°F (3.3°C), hardly distinct from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C). In the month of February, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout February, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.1 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Portsmouth, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Portsmouth in February?

In February, in Portsmouth, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout February, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout February, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Portsmouth?

The average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 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 long on average sun shines in February?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Portsmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average temperature in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average pressure in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average pressure in February: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average wind speed in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average humidity in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average UV index in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • 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
Portsmouth, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Portsmouth, RI

Average visibility in February - Portsmouth, RI
  • 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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