February weather forecast
Shelter Island Heights, NY

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Shelter Island Heights, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

In February, Shelter Island Heights experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C), closely mirroring the climate in January. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is observed throughout Shelter Island Heights's February nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Shelter Island Heights is 74%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout February, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shelter Island Heights, New York, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shelter Island Heights, New York, are January through March, November and December. In February, in Shelter Island Heights, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout February, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Shelter Island Heights, New York, is February, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.

Daylight

In Shelter Island Heights, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, in Shelter Island Heights, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Shelter Island Heights is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shelter Island Heights are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shelter Island Heights in February?

February temperatures in Shelter Island Heights vary between a high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Shelter Island Heights?

In Shelter Island Heights, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How much does it rain in Shelter Island Heights in February?

In Shelter Island Heights, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Shelter Island Heights?

In February, in Shelter Island Heights, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout February, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest ocean in Shelter Island Heights?

February is the month with the coldest seawater in Shelter Island Heights, New York, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the water temperature in February in Shelter Island Heights?

In February, the average ocean temperature in Shelter Island Heights, New York, is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Island Heights have in February?

The average day length in February in Shelter Island Heights, New York, is 10h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Shelter Island Heights?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shelter Island Heights, New York, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Shelter Island Heights?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Shelter Island Heights, New York, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shelter Island Heights?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelter Island Heights.

What is the UV index reading in February in Shelter Island Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Shelter Island Heights is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average temperature in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average pressure in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average wind speed in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 15.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average humidity in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average rainfall in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average snowfall in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
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
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average sea temperature in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average sea temperature in February: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average UV index in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in February
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average visibility in February - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • 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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