February weather forecastClayton, DE
February
Weather in February
February sees a slight uptick in temperature from January, both the highs and lows experiencing an increase. Relatively more sunshine graces Clayton, Delaware alongside a marginal rise in rainfall to 2.64" (67mm). The winter chill remains ever-present, albeit slowly retreating. The wind seems to have slightly more rush, with maximum speeds reaching 10.3mph (16.6km/h) in February. A unique observation is the decline in the number of days with sunlight and a slight increase in cloud coverage.Temperature
Clayton notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February, displaying minor variation from January. February generally records an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout February, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Clayton, during February, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 45min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Clayton, DE
- Average high temperature in February: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 29.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Clayton, DE
- Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Clayton, DE
- Average wind speed in February: 9.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Clayton, DE
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in February
Clayton, DE
- Average rainfall in February: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in February
Clayton, DE
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Clayton, DE
- Average snowfall in February: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Clayton, DE
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Clayton, DE
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Clayton, DE
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Clayton, DE
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Clayton, DE
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Clayton, DE
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
