February weather forecast
Shelter Island, NY

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Shelter Island, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from January to February, Shelter Island observes an average high-temperature of a still icy 39.6°F (4.2°C), differing subtly from the previous month. Shelter Island encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during February nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shelter Island, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In February, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout February, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shelter Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of February in Shelter Island, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shelter Island are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During February, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Shelter Island?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, in February, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, New York, in February, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Island have in February?

In February, the average day length in Shelter Island, New York, is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Shelter Island?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelter Island have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Shelter Island is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shelter Island?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Shelter Island, NY

Average temperature in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average pressure in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average wind speed in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 15.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average humidity in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall days in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall days in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average sunshine days in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average UV index in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average cloud cover in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Shelter Island, NY

Average visibility in February - Shelter Island, NY
  • 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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