February weather forecast
Dorchester, NJ

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Dorchester, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In February, the average high-temperature registers at a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), nearly identical to January's 39°F (3.9°C). Dorchester experiences an average low-temperature reading of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Dorchester is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, New Jersey, in February, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In February, in Dorchester, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dorchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 13 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dorchester, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dorchester in February?

In Dorchester, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February in Dorchester?

The average relative humidity in February in Dorchester is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, New Jersey, in February, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dorchester in February?

In Dorchester, in February, during 3.8 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dorchester have in February?

The average day length in February in Dorchester, New Jersey, is 10h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Dorchester?

On the first day of February in Dorchester, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dorchester?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorchester have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorchester?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dorchester are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average temperature in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average pressure in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average wind speed in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average humidity in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average rainfall in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average rainfall days in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average snowfall in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average snowfall days in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Dorchester, NJ

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average sunshine days in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average UV index in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average cloud cover in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in February: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
Dorchester, NJ

Average visibility in February - Dorchester, NJ
  • 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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