February weather forecast
Newark, NJ

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A mirrored reflection of Newark City in New Jersey, on the Passaic River
A mirrored reflection of Newark City in New Jersey, on the Passaic River

Weather in February

As February arrives, Newark, New Jersey, USA, continues to experience winter conditions. However subtle, incremental changes in the weather patterns can be noted when compared to January. The daylight period lengthens towards a 10.7 hours average, highlighting the advance towards the spring season. Despite the cold temperatures, the frequency of rainfall escalates with 9.7 days of rainfall on an average. Indicative of a slightly more turbulent ambiance, gusts of wind are known to reach a maximum speed of 14.4mph (23.2km/h).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a still icy 39.2°F (4°C), subtly diverging from January's 36.3°F (2.4°C). During February, an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Newark, in February, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Newark, during February, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.9 snowfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Newark.
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Newark, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Newark, in February, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Newark, in February, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What month is the ocean coldest?

The month with the coldest seawater in Newark is February, with an average ocean temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

How cold is the water in February?

In February, the average ocean temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and 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 February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in February
Newark, NJ

Average temperature in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Newark, NJ

Average pressure in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Newark, NJ

Average wind speed in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Newark, NJ

Average humidity in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Newark, NJ

Average rainfall in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Newark, NJ

Average rainfall days in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Newark, NJ

Average snowfall in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Newark, NJ

Average snowfall days in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Newark, NJ

Average sea temperature in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in February: 39.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Newark, NJ

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 18min).

  • 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Newark, NJ

Average sunshine days in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Newark, NJ

Average UV index in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Newark, NJ

Average cloud cover in February - Newark, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Newark, NJ

Average visibility in February - Newark, NJ
  • 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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