February weather forecast
Preston, United Kingdom

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Weather in February

Transitioning from January, February in Preston brings subtle changes within the cold season. The average high temperature raises slightly, reaching 6.6°C (43.9°F), but the mercury still dips to an average low of around 2.7°C (36.9°F). Rainfall is a tad plentiful in February with 52mm (2.05") dressings down half of the month on average. The slowly increasing daylight hours manifest the groundwork for spring, and the fuller, brighter sunshine offers glimpses of change. In comparison to subsequent months, February stands out with the highest maximum wind speed of 21.2km/h (13.2mph), making it the gustiest.

Temperature

Preston signifies an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.6°C (43.9°F) in February, closely mirroring the 6.1°C (43°F) of January. The February nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 85%.

Rainfall

In Preston, United Kingdom, in February, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 221 rainfall days, and 680mm (26.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. In February, in Preston, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout February, 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 68mm (2.68") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Preston, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of February in Preston, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:46 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.8h 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Preston during February?

The high-temperature in Preston, United Kingdom, during February is 6.6°C (43.9°F) and the low-temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Preston?

In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in February in Preston?

In Preston, in February, during 15.6 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Preston in February?

In Preston, in February, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 20mm (0.79") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Preston?

In February, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Preston?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Preston, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:46 pm GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Preston?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Preston have in February?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Preston?

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 Preston?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Preston, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average temperature in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in February: 6.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average pressure in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in February: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in February: 19.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average humidity in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in February: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in February: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in February: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Preston, United Kingdom

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

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in February - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Preston, United Kingdom

Average UV index in February - Preston, 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
Preston, United Kingdom

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in February
Preston, United Kingdom

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

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

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