North Yorkshire Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in February.

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Planning a journey to North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in North Yorkshire in February

North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in North Yorkshire generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Hawes to 9°C (48°F) in Selby. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Selby and 1°C (34°F) in Hawes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Skipwith with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to high rainfall in Wigglesworth with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during February. York receives roughly 61 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore North Yorkshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Yorkshire - and find the best time to visit. (based on York)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit North Yorkshire →

Best Places to Visit in North Yorkshire in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Yorkshire.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in North Yorkshire

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in North Yorkshire (February)

Precipitation variation in North Yorkshire (February)

York

In February York generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
61 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in York →

Scarborough

In February Scarborough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
82 hours
114 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Scarborough →

Whitby

In February Whitby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
82 hours
114 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Whitby →

Bridlington

In February Bridlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
81 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bridlington →

Harrogate

In February Harrogate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
54 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Harrogate →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Yorkshire in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
York 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Scarborough 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Whitby 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Bridlington 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Harrogate 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Filey 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

North Yorkshire weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in February?

In February, North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom generally has less favorable weather conditions. York sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in February?

Daytime temperatures in York peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in February, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom. York averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom due to the typically less favorable weather in York.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly excellent weather in York. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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