February weather forecast
Scranton, NY

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Scranton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and max 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

February's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Throughout February, Scranton encounters an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In February, in Scranton, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scranton are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, in Scranton, New York, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Scranton, the average sunshine in February is 2.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scranton in February?

The high-temperature in Scranton during February is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Scranton?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Scranton, New York.

What is the average humidity in February in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in February is 86%.

How much does it rain in Scranton in February?

In February, in Scranton, New York, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Scranton?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Scranton. Snow falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Scranton?

In February, in Scranton, New York, it is snowing for 18.2 days. Throughout February, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Scranton?

In Scranton, the average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Scranton?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scranton, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Scranton?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Scranton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Scranton, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Scranton?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Scranton is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Scranton, NY

Average temperature in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Scranton, NY

Average pressure in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Scranton, NY

Average wind speed in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Scranton, NY

Average humidity in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in February
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in February
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Scranton, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Scranton, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
Scranton, NY

Average UV index in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Scranton, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in February
Scranton, NY

Average visibility in February - Scranton, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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