February weather forecast
Sheffield, United Kingdom

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Weather in February

Transitioning into February, Sheffield's weather conditions show a slight increase in the daily mean temperature but it remains generally cold. Days become slightly longer with an additional 1.7 hours of daylight. Snow can lightly occur over an average of three days whereas rain frequency stays consistent. The city's snowfall decreases to 27mm (1.06"), making February not as snowy as January. Winds persistently blow with an average speed of 18.9km/h (11.7mph), helping to keep the temperature from rising too quickly.

Temperature

Sheffield's shift into February sets the average high-temperature at a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from January's 5.4°C (41.7°F). Sheffield experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the February nights, recording an average of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Sheffield is 86%.

Rainfall

In Sheffield, during February, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sheffield, there are 187.7 rainfall days, and 462mm (18.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sheffield, in February, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 27mm (1.06") of snow. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Sheffield is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of February, in Sheffield, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:42 pm GMT.

Sunshine

February and November, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheffield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Sheffield?

February temperatures in Sheffield, United Kingdom, vary between a high-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low-temperature of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, the average relative humidity in February is 86%.

How many days does it rain in February in Sheffield?

In February, in Sheffield, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout February, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sheffield in February?

In Sheffield, in February, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 27mm (1.06") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in February?

In Sheffield, the average day length in February is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Sheffield?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheffield, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:42 pm GMT.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sheffield?

February and November, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheffield have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Sheffield, United Kingdom, is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheffield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, United Kingdom, 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
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average temperature in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in February: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average pressure in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in February: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in February: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average humidity in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).

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Average rainfall in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in February: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in February: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average UV index in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in February
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Average visibility in February - Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).

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