February weather forecastScranton, PA
February
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
The onset of February brings an average high-temperature of a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C), nearly matching the January temperature. The nighttime temperature, during February, averages of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).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. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout February, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is 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 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 is February, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.UV index
In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Scranton, PA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
