Monthly climate guide
Sheffield weather in February
Expect cold weather in Sheffield in February: afternoons reach about 7°C (45°F), while nights drop to around 1°C (34°F). Around 50 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 3°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- February brings late winter to Sheffield.
- Sheffield is usually about 2°C warmer than Bradford, 50 km away, in February.
- February is among Sheffield's three coolest months.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
Avg high
7°C
45°F
Avg low
1°C
34°F
Rainfall
50 mm
some rain
Humidity
90%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Sheffield weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 57 mm | 94% | 75% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 50 mm | 90% | 75% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 35°F | 52 mm | 86% | 73% |
| April | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 38°F | 43 mm | 82% | 70% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 44°F | 56 mm | 79% | 69% |
| June | 19°C / 65°F | 9°C / 49°F | 77 mm | 80% | 76% |
| July | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 69 mm | 80% | 72% |
| August | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 72 mm | 81% | 74% |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 84% | 70% |
| October | 14°C / 57°F | 7°C / 44°F | 72 mm | 89% | 73% |
| November | 9°C / 49°F | 4°C / 39°F | 71 mm | 94% | 74% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 3°C / 37°F | 68 mm | 95% | 73% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit Sheffield?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sheffield →Other United Kingdom cities in February
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Sheffield in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Sheffield?
February is cool in Sheffield, with highs around 7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Sheffield in February?
Average highs are about 7°C (45°F) and average lows about 1°C (34°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sheffield in February?
Sheffield typically gets around 50 mm of rain in February — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sheffield (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.