February weather forecast
Scranton, PA

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These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania
These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania

Weather in February

By February, the wintry ambiance continues in Scranton, and while the temperatures do see a slight rise, it still hovers in the low range. The days are slightly longer compared to January, but still lacking in significant sunshine time. Even though the snowfall reduces slightly to 4.45" (113mm), there are more days with snowfall. The city experiences a wintry chill due to the increased snowfall combining with wind speeds averaging at 8.5mph (13.7km/h). The overall effect creates a beautiful, but chilly February in Scranton.

Temperature

The onset of February brings an average high-temperature of a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C), nearly matching the January temperature. The nighttime temperature, during February, averages of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Scranton, Pennsylvania, during February, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout February, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Scranton, 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Scranton, in February, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Scranton, in February, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in February?

In Scranton, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Scranton is February, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Scranton, PA

Average temperature in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in February
Scranton, PA

Average pressure in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Scranton, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Scranton, PA

Average humidity in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in February
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in February
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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, PA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Scranton, PA
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Scranton, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in February
Scranton, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Scranton, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Scranton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in February
Scranton, PA

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

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

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