February weather forecast
Scranton, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Scranton, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of February reveals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. February brings Scranton a consistent average low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Scranton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout February, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scranton, during February, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Scranton, during February, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in February?

In Scranton, the average day length in February is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in February?

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

Average temperature in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Scranton, IA

Average pressure in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Scranton, IA

Average wind speed in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Scranton, IA

Average humidity in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Scranton, IA

Average rainfall in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in February
Scranton, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Scranton, IA

Average snowfall in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Scranton, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Scranton, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Scranton, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Scranton, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Scranton, IA

Average visibility in February - Scranton, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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