February weather forecastTownsend, DE
February
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
February's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) from January's 38.7°F (3.7°C). In Townsend, the average nighttime temperature during February is a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 76%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout February, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In February, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.Daylight
In Townsend, the average length of the day in February 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
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Townsend, 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
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).
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).
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).
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).
