February weather forecast
Hershey, PA

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Weather in February

In February, Hershey, Pennsylvania, experiences a slight rise in temperatures, offering a small respite from January's icy clutch. The thermometers may only read marginally higher, but the increase in daylight to an average of 10.7 hours is a welcome sign of spring approaching. Snow continues to grace the town, but its frequency and intensity dwindle. The month's familiarity with precipitation is well noted, with average rainfall at around 2.13" (54mm). The crisp winter sun shines brighter, but with an average UV index of 2, it remains as gentle as that of January.

Temperature

As January transitions into February, the average high-temperature rests at a still icy 37.9°F (3.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Hershey's nighttime temperature in February falls to an average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Hershey, in February, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hershey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hershey, in February, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

The high-temperature during February is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Hershey, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Hershey, during February, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout February, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Hershey, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Hershey, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Hershey, PA

Average temperature in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Hershey, PA

Average pressure in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Hershey, PA

Average wind speed in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Hershey, PA

Average humidity in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in February
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Hershey, PA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hershey, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hershey, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in February
Hershey, PA

Average UV index in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Hershey, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Hershey, PA

Average visibility in February - Hershey, PA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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