Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
February's presence records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C), closely mirroring January's climate. Wilmington experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) throughout February.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February in Wilmington, Delaware, is 77%.Rainfall
In February, in Wilmington, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout February, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wilmington, in February, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wilmington, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
February is the month with the coldest seawater in Wilmington, with an average ocean temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, in Wilmington, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Wilmington.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Wilmington 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average high temperature in February: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in February
Wilmington, DE
- 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
Wilmington, DE
- Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average humidity in February: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average rainfall in February: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").
Average rainfall days in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average snowfall in February: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average snowfall days in February: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average sea temperature in February: 34°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Wilmington, DE
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Wilmington, DE
- 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
Wilmington, DE
- 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
Wilmington, DE
- 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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