February weather forecast
Townsend, DE

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Weather in February

February continues much the same as January, with winter weather persisting throughout Townsend. Nevertheless, the temperatures do begin to show signs of a minor upward climb as the month progresses. This month experiences snowfall dropping to 1.34" (34mm). The amount of daylight Townsend gets begins to increase albeit at a slow pace, a sign that days are slowly but surely getting longer. Cloud cover stays largely consistent, offering a perpetual winter scenery for residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

The arrival of February is marked by an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), bearing a close resemblance to January. An average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) marks the nights in Townsend, Delaware, in February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Townsend is 76%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, Delaware, during February, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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. Throughout the year, there are 14.2 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Townsend, Delaware, is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of February, in Townsend, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Townsend?

The high-temperature, in February, in Townsend, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Townsend?

In February, the average relative humidity in Townsend is 76%.

How much does it rain in Townsend in February?

In Townsend, during February, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Townsend in February?

In Townsend, in February, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in February?

In Townsend, Delaware, the average day length in February is 10h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Townsend?

On the first day of February in Townsend, Delaware, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Townsend?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Townsend, Delaware, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Townsend?

The average sunshine duration in February in Townsend is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Townsend?

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 Townsend?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Townsend is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Townsend, DE

Average temperature in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average pressure in February
Townsend, DE

Average pressure in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average wind speed in February
Townsend, DE

Average wind speed in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average humidity in February
Townsend, DE

Average humidity in February - Townsend, 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%).

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Average rainfall in February
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall in February - Townsend, 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").

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Average rainfall days in February
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall days in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average snowfall in February
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall in February - Townsend, 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").

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Average snowfall days in February
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall days in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Townsend, DE

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Townsend, DE
  • 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in February
Townsend, DE

Average sunshine days in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average UV index in February
Townsend, DE

Average UV index in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Townsend, DE

Average cloud cover in February - Townsend, 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).

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Average visibility in February
Townsend, DE

Average visibility in February - Townsend, 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).

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