February weather forecastDover, DE
February
Weather in February
With temperature lows intensifying just slightly from January to 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and the highs maintaining the low 40s°F, February extends the cold reality of winter in Dover. The actual snow quantity recedes to a mere 0.91" (23mm), reducing the winter wonderland effect somewhat. With an increase in the frequency of rainfall days from 8.2 to 9.9, puddles are a common occurrence. As the sun strives to break through the dense clouds, more daylight is visible, with an average of 10.8 hours, compared to the 9.8 hours in January. February also carries an additional UV index point relative to January, making it a month of subtle contrasts.Temperature
With February's arrival, Dover's weather records an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C), marking little difference from January's 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout February nights, Dover experiences a consistent temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Dover, during February, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.3 rainfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Dover, in February, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Dover, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
In Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 3 in February transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. 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
Dover, DE
- Average high temperature in February: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Dover, 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
Dover, DE
- Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Dover, DE
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in February
Dover, DE
- Average rainfall in February: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in February
Dover, DE
- Average rainfall days in February: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Dover, DE
- Average snowfall in February: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Dover, DE
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Dover, DE
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Dover, DE
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Dover, 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
Dover, DE
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in February
Dover, 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).
