February weather forecast
Folkestone, United Kingdom

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another chilly month in Folkestone, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 4.9°C (40.8°F) and 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

Temperatures reach their minimum during January and February, recording an average high-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In Folkestone, during February, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Folkestone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.6 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, in Folkestone, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout February, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated. In Folkestone, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.6 days and aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of snow.

Sea temperature

In February, the average sea temperature in Folkestone is 8°C (46.4°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 8°C (46.4°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Folkestone is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of February in Folkestone, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:34 pm GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Folkestone?
Folkestone's coldest months, January and February, record an average high-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F).
What are the temperatures in Folkestone in February?
The high-temperature in Folkestone, United Kingdom, during February is 7.4°C (45.3°F) and the low-temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F).
What is the average humidity in February in Folkestone?
The average relative humidity in February in Folkestone, United Kingdom, is 82%.
How much does it rain in Folkestone in February?
In Folkestone, United Kingdom, in February, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Folkestone in February?
In February, in Folkestone, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout February, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in February in Folkestone?
In Folkestone, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in February is 8°C (46.4°F). Swimming in 8°C (46.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
How many hours of daylight does Folkestone have in February?
In February, the average day length in Folkestone is 10h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Folkestone?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:34 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Folkestone?
With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Folkestone.
How many hours of sunshine does Folkestone have in February?
In Folkestone, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Folkestone?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in February in Folkestone?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average temperature in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in February: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 4.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).

Average pressure in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average pressure in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in February: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in February: 27km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (18.7km/h).

Average humidity in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average humidity in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).

Average rainfall in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in February: 39mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in February: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in February: 8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in February - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Average visibility in February
Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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