February weather forecastScranton, NY
February
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Scranton, New York, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Temperature
Transitioning from January to February, Scranton observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), differing subtly from the previous month. In Scranton, February's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Scranton, in February, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February 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, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during February translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. 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. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Scranton, NY
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
