February weather forecastMiddletown, DE
February
Weather in February
As the calendar turns to February, the weather in Middletown, Delaware continues on its cold winter course. The average lowest temperature of the month increases to 29.7°F (-1.3°C). While this is still relatively cold, it indicates a gradual warming trend in comparison to January. Snowfall decreases slightly while rainfall increases a touch, contributing to a growing sense of early spring. The days gradually extend, hinting at the brighter and warmer months lying just ahead.Temperature
The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), closely following the temperature pattern of January. Middletown observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the month of February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Middletown, during February, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Middletown, Delaware, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 44min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 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
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Middletown, DE
- Average high temperature in February: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 29.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Middletown, DE
- Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Middletown, DE
- Average wind speed in February: 9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in February
Middletown, DE
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in February
Middletown, DE
- Average rainfall in February: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in February
Middletown, DE
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in February
Middletown, DE
- Average snowfall in February: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Middletown, DE
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 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
Middletown, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 54min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Middletown, DE
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Middletown, DE
- Average UV index in February: 2
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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Middletown, DE
- Average cloud cover in February: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in February
Middletown, 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).
