February weather forecastYork, United Kingdom
February
Weather in February
February, whilst still a winter month, shows the onset of a subtle climatic transition with a slight increase in temperature and daylight hours. The city experiences a marginal rise in temperature levels to a high of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and a low of 1.7°C (35.1°F) from those in January. Of note, the city receives little less sunlight, slightly fewer daylight hours at 9.8h than the subsequent month, March. February's constant forecast of overcast skies and cold wind sets the stage for the approaching Spring. Despite being a winter month, York’s weather begins to hint at the transition to warmer days in the coming months.Temperature
York's weather in February indicates an average high-temperature of a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F), nearly consistent with the 5.7°C (42.3°F) of January. During February, York consistently records a temperature low averaging an icy 1.7°C (35.1°F).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In York, United Kingdom, in February, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in York, United Kingdom, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 382mm (15.04") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in York are January through April, November and December. In York, in February, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 17mm (0.67") of snow. In York, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of snow.Daylight
In York, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of February, in York, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:40 pm GMT.
Sunshine
February and November, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in York. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in February: 6.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 1.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).
Average pressure in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in February: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in February: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in February: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).
Average rainfall in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in February: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).
Average rainfall days in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).
Average snowfall in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in February: 17mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in February: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in February: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in February: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in February
York, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in February: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, September, October, November and December (8km).
