February weather forecast
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The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Weather in February

February marks the shift from the intensity of winter experienced in January. Temperatures experience a slight increase hinting towards the upcoming spring season. Despite being the shortest month, February averages 1.14" (29mm) of snow, a modest decline compared to January. The days become slightly longer and there is a marginal increase in sunlight hours. Relative humidity, barometric pressure, and wind speed remain fairly constant.

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C), showing a slight difference from January's 35.6°F (2°C). Throughout February, Gettysburg's nights cool down to an average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in February, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Gettysburg, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.

What is the driest month in Gettysburg?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Gettysburg, in February, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Gettysburg, during February, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gettysburg have in February?

In Gettysburg, the average day length in February is 10h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Gettysburg?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average temperature in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average pressure in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average wind speed in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average humidity in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average UV index in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Gettysburg, PA

Average visibility in February - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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