February Rainfall and Precipitation in Illinois

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Illinois, the United States of America in February.

Illinois, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in February ranging from moderate in Galena (35 mm (1.4 in)) to moderate in Metropolis (88 mm (3.5 in)). In February, it is winter.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in February: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Illinois precipitation in February: frequently asked questions

How much snowfall does Illinois, the United States of America receive in February?

Rainfall in Chicago during February is on the lighter side, averaging about 63 mm (2.5 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Illinois, the United States of America in February?

On average, Chicago has about 10 days days of rain in February.

Is February part of the rainy season in Illinois, the United States of America?

February is generally a drier month for Illinois, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in February in Illinois, the United States of America?

Looking at our data, Metropolis tops the wettest-cities list in Illinois, the United States of America for February, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 88 mm (3.5 in).

What is the driest city in February in Illinois, the United States of America?

Based on our database, Galena sees the least snowfall in Illinois, the United States of America in February, with around 35 mm (1.4 in) on average.

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