South Downs National Park Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom in February.

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Arundel Midhurst Alfriston Petersfield

Planning a trip to South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in South Downs National Park in February

South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in South Downs National Park generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Arundel. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

For a closer look at conditions across South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Midhurst with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Alfriston with 77 mm (3 in).

Explore South Downs National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Downs National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Arundel)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South Downs National Park in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Downs National Park.

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 South Downs National Park

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in South Downs National Park (February)

Precipitation variation in South Downs National Park (February)

Arundel

In February Arundel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Arundel →

Midhurst

In February Midhurst generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Midhurst →

Alfriston

In February Alfriston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alfriston →

Petersfield

In February Petersfield generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
83 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Petersfield →

East Meon

In February East Meon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
83 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in East Meon →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in South Downs National Park, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South Downs National Park in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arundel 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Midhurst 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Alfriston 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Petersfield 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
East Meon 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Cocking 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

South Downs National Park weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom in February?

Expect poor weather across South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom in February. The popular destination of Arundel averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom in February?

Daytime temperatures in Arundel peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in February, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

Does South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom. Arundel averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Arundel, February may not be the ideal time to visit South Downs National Park, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Arundel. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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