February weather forecast
Wilkes-Barre, PA

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The cityscape of the scenic Wilkes - Barre, Pennsylvania
The cityscape of the scenic Wilkes - Barre, Pennsylvania

Weather in February

The cold conditions continue into February in Wilkes-Barre, with slightly increased snowfall from January at 2.83" (72mm). February tends to be marginally warmer than January, creating somewhat more comfortable conditions. The daylight hours start to increase, although it is just over 10 hours a day, providing a glimpse of the coming spring season. February also experiences common frosty conditions with ice often forming overnight. Despite the month’s reputation as one of the coldest periods of the year, it marks the gradual transition from deep winter to early signs of spring.

Temperature

Wilkes-Barre's transition from January to February introduces an average high-temperature of a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C), marking an insignificant variation from the 30.6°F (-0.8°C). During February, the temperature is averaged to a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in February, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wilkes-Barre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wilkes-Barre, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of February in Wilkes-Barre, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Wilkes-Barre experiences an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Wilkes-Barre in February?

In Wilkes-Barre, in February, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Wilkes-Barre, in February, during 11.5 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wilkes-Barre have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average temperature in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average high temperature in February: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average pressure in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.05"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
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average wind speed in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average wind speed in February: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average humidity in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average rainfall in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average rainfall days in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average snowfall in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average snowfall days in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Wilkes-Barre, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average sunshine days in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average UV index in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average cloud cover in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in February
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average visibility in February - Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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