February weather - Winter 2025

Weather in February
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Average pressure in February
Average wind speed in February
Average humidity in February
Average rainfall in February
Average rainfall days in February
Average snowfall in February
Average snowfall days in February
Average sea temperature in February
Average daylight in February
Average sunshine in February
Average sunshine days in February
Average UV index in February
Average cloud cover in February
Average visibility in February

The somber town of Erie, Pennsylvania, from above on a cool and sunny day, with a clear view of the dark and calm water of Lake Erie in the back

Weather in February

In February, despite the winter's chill slightly retreating, Erie's weather remains predominantly cold. Typical February weather tends to be subtly milder than in January, reserving its harshest cold spells for the preceding month. The cold continues to tighten its grip on the city, dropping as low as 21.7°F (-5.7°C) on the coldest days. Looking forward to March, the city begins to fjord its way out of winter, gradually welcoming the advent of spring. Therefore, February finds itself caught between the transition of the bitterest and milder weather periods in Erie.

Temperature

Upon the onset of February, Erie witnesses an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Erie experiences a mean low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) during February.

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Erie, during February, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.5 rainfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: During swimming activities, this situation is lethal and fraught with danger. The frigid water triggers acute discomfort and swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to reduce thermal harm.

Daylight

In Erie, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

Erie in February has an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 86%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout February, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Erie, in February, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What months are the ocean coldest?

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the ocean temperature in February in Erie?

In February, the average ocean temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Erie, the average day length in February is 10h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

29.8°F -1.2°C

31.6°F -0.2°C

38.7°F 3.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.4mph 23.2km/h

12.7mph 20.4km/h

11.6mph 18.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

7.8

3.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.5

19.6

21.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Erie, PA

Average high temperature in February: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

Average low temperature in February: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Erie, PA

Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Erie, PA

Average wind speed in February: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Erie, PA

Average humidity in February: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in February
Erie, PA

Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
Erie, PA

Average rainfall days in February: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Erie, PA

Average snowfall in February: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Erie, PA

Average snowfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Erie, PA

Average sea temperature in February: 32.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.5°F).

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

Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine in February: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Erie, PA

Average sunshine days in February: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Erie, PA

Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Erie, PA

Average cloud cover in February: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Erie, 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).

February weather forecast
Erie, PA

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