February weather forecast
Wakefield, RI

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Weather in February

Transitioning into February, the weather conditions in Wakefield, Rhode Island persist as a mirror reflection of January. Though the temperature slightly rises to reach a high of 38.3°F (3.5°C), February maintains its winter charm with an average snowfall of 1.46" (37mm). Similar wind conditions prevail, making a windy winter month with intermittent sunny days. The nearly identical weather conditions encourage residents to continue their winter leisure activities while awaiting the arrival of spring. The city makes the most of its winter, maximizing the typical daylight hours of 10.6.

Temperature

Wakefield registers an average high-temperature of a still cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is witnessed throughout February.

Humidity

In Wakefield, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, in February, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Wakefield, in February, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.3 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February in Wakefield, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 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 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

During February, Wakefield experiences an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Wakefield, during February, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:35 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 Wakefield have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.8h.

When is 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 intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in February
Wakefield, RI

Average temperature in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.7°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Wakefield, RI

Average pressure in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average pressure in February: 30"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
Wakefield, RI

Average wind speed in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in February
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall days in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall days in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average sunshine days in February - Wakefield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Wakefield, RI

Average UV index in February - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average cloud cover in February - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average visibility in February - Wakefield, 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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