February weather forecast
Riverside, RI

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Weather in February

February in Riverside, Rhode Island, continues the winter narrative of January with incrementally rising temperatures. Despite the frigid temperatures, the amount of daylight increases moderately. Precipitation in the form of rain and snow accompanies the late winter weather, contributing to the relative humidity levels. February concludes with sunnier, longer days, setting the stage for the forthcoming early spring.

Temperature

The arrival of February records an average high-temperature of a still cold 37.8°F (3.2°C), closely related to the 35.1°F (1.7°C) observed in January. Throughout February, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, in February, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Riverside, the average high-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Riverside, in February, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Riverside, in February, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverside have in February?

In Riverside, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Riverside, RI

Average temperature in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Riverside, RI

Average pressure in February - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average wind speed in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Riverside, RI

Average humidity in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in February
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall in February - Riverside, RI
  • 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, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Riverside, RI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Riverside, RI
  • 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in February
Riverside, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Riverside, RI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Riverside, RI

Average UV index in February - Riverside, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Riverside, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Riverside, 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 31).

Average visibility in February
Riverside, RI

Average visibility in February - Riverside, 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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