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Lanham Weather in February

February in Lanham brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around -4°C (25°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.

Rainfall in Lanham in February

As the driest month, it's a good time for hiking and exploring the area, even if you'll need to layer up. Typically around 10 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Lanham in February

February in Lanham sees highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) overnight. Winter occurs in February. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Lanham in February

The area enjoys a balanced 152 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Lanham in February

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during February. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Lanham. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Lanham Temperature in February

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
61% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
152 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
50% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lanham in February

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lanham in February. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Lanham in February

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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