February weather forecast
Appleton, WI

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Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city
Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city

Weather in February

The vestiges of winter persist in February as temperatures climb slowly from January with the highest reaching 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and the lowest at 13.1°F (-10.5°C). An end of winter event, the Winter Family Festival celebrates the town’s cold and snow-filled conditions. Despite the cool temperature, humidity remains high at 88%, the same as the preceding month. The city of Appleton experiences a little more daylight with an average of 10.5 hours, and winter sports continue in full swing. The month is marked by an average of 4 snowfall days, slightly less compared to January.

Temperature

The transition into February in Appleton notes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in January. Appleton records a steady low-temperature average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Appleton are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Appleton, during February, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow. In Appleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February in Appleton, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Appleton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Appleton in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Appleton, records 25.2°F (-3.8°C), while the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Appleton?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in February in Appleton?

In February, the average relative humidity is 88%.

What is the driest month in Appleton?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Appleton. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Appleton in February?

In Appleton, in February, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Appleton?

In Appleton, Wisconsin, in February, during 11.9 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in February in Appleton, Wisconsin, is 10h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Appleton?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Appleton, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Appleton have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Appleton is 3.5h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Appleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index 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
Appleton, WI

Average temperature in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Appleton, WI

Average pressure in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Appleton, WI

Average wind speed in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Appleton, WI

Average humidity in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in February
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall days in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall days in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Appleton, WI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Appleton, WI

Average sunshine days in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Appleton, WI

Average UV index in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Appleton, WI

Average cloud cover in February - Appleton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Appleton, WI

Average visibility in February - Appleton, WI
  • 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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