February weather forecast
Thornton, WA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Thornton, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Thornton's average high-temperature is noted with the start of February, touching a still wintry 39°F (3.9°C) from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C). During February, Thornton's temperature averages to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout February, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thornton are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Thornton, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

During February, Thornton experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Thornton, in February, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Thornton is February, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Thornton, in February, during 9.6 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in February?

The average day length in February in Thornton is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Thornton?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Thornton, WA

Average temperature in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average high temperature in February: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Thornton, WA

Average pressure in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Thornton, WA

Average wind speed in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Thornton, WA

Average humidity in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in February
Thornton, WA

Average rainfall in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Thornton, WA

Average rainfall days in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Thornton, WA

Average snowfall in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Thornton, WA

Average snowfall days in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Thornton, WA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Thornton, WA

Average sunshine days in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Thornton, WA

Average UV index in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Thornton, WA

Average cloud cover in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in February
Thornton, WA

Average visibility in February - Thornton, WA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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