February weather forecast
Swarthmore, PA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Swarthmore, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C), showing a slight difference from January's 37.4°F (3°C). The nighttime temperature, during February, averages of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In February, in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout February, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Swarthmore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, in February, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Swarthmore, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Swarthmore is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Swarthmore, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout February, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Swarthmore in February?

In February, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Swarthmore?

January, February, November 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 Swarthmore, 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
Swarthmore, PA

Average temperature in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Swarthmore, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Swarthmore, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average humidity in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Swarthmore, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Swarthmore, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Swarthmore, PA

Average visibility in February - Swarthmore, PA
  • 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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