February weather forecast
Scranton, PA

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These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania
These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania

Weather in February

By February, the wintry ambiance continues in Scranton, and while the temperatures do see a slight rise, it still hovers in the low range. The days are slightly longer compared to January, but still lacking in significant sunshine time. Even though the snowfall reduces slightly to 4.45" (113mm), there are more days with snowfall. The city experiences a wintry chill due to the increased snowfall combining with wind speeds averaging at 8.5mph (13.7km/h). The overall effect creates a beautiful, but chilly February in Scranton.

Temperature

February in Scranton observes an average high-temperature of a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C), marking an insignificant difference from January's 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Scranton records an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Scranton, Pennsylvania, during February, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Scranton. In Scranton, in February, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Scranton is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Scranton is February, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Scranton?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Scranton, is 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Scranton?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in February in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in February in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Scranton in February?

In February, in Scranton, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout February, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Scranton in February?

In Scranton, in February, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Scranton, Pennsylvania, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Scranton?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scranton, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Scranton?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Scranton.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in February?

In Scranton, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Scranton?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Scranton, PA

Average temperature in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in February
Scranton, PA

Average pressure in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Scranton, PA

Average wind speed in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Scranton, PA

Average humidity in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in February
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in February
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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, PA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Scranton, PA
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Scranton, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in February
Scranton, PA

Average UV index in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Scranton, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in February
Scranton, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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