Last month was the wettest February in Jersey since records began in 1894.
We had 182 millimetres or rain , more than double what is normal for the time of year.
Only three of the 28 days were dry.
February 2026 in Jersey - Wettest and equal 2nd mildest February since records began in 1894. pic.twitter.com/4tOFMFW4DU
— Jersey Met (@Jersey_Met) March 11, 2026
However, it was also the second mildest February ever recorded, averaging 9.5 Celsius.
Overall, this winter was the third wettest on record, but it was both brighter and milder than the season's thirty year average,
Winter 2025/2026 in Jersey - 3rd Wettest and 6th mildest winter since records began. pic.twitter.com/ZZiEJ5t8YO
— Jersey Met (@Jersey_Met) March 11, 2026
Storm Goretti hit the island on the 8 and 9 January, bringing winds gusts of 95mph.
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