February weather forecastPhiladelphia, PA
February
Weather in February
As winter steadily transitions into spring, the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania experiences a slight rise in temperatures compared to January, though weather remains on the chillier side. There is a notable increase in snowfall, accumulating to 0.98" (25mm). As February advances, daylight starts to stretch by approximately an additional hour, inviting more bright and clear days for outdoor activities. Despite winter's grip retaining its hold, the city's weather transitions towards milder conditions towards the end of the month. In February, the wind also gradually gains momentum.Temperature
The arrival of February sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 41.5°F (5.3°C), hardly diverging from January's 37.4°F (3°C). During February, the average low-temperature is recorded at a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 76%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 43min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Average temperature in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average high temperature in February: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Philadelphia, PA
- 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).
Average wind speed in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average rainfall in February: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average snowfall in February: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average sea temperature in February: 39.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Philadelphia, PA
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Philadelphia, PA
- 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
Philadelphia, PA
- Average cloud cover in February: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in February
Philadelphia, PA
- 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).
