February weather forecastOpelika, AL
February
Weather in February
The transition from January to February in Opelika brings a slight increase in temperatures, longer daylight hours, and heightened humidity. Conditions remain generally cool, though mild for winter, with bouts of rainfall continuing through this water-dominated season. Residents can expect more cloudiness blocking the skies, leading to reduced sunshine hours. Peak wind speeds rise to 12.2mph (19.6km/h) during February. The end of winter and the onset of early spring is marked by the slight improvement in weather conditions.Temperature
Opelika's average high-temperature in February sits at a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C), showing little difference from the previous month. The average low-temperature, in February, is a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C).Humidity
In Opelika, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.Rainfall
In Opelika, in February, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In February, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Opelika, AL
- Average high temperature in February: 58.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 41.7°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in February
Opelika, AL
- Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Opelika, AL
- Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in February
Opelika, AL
- Average humidity in February: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Opelika, AL
- Average rainfall in February: 3.35"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in February
Opelika, AL
- Average rainfall days in February: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Opelika, AL
- Average snowfall in February: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Opelika, AL
- Average snowfall days in February: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Opelika, AL
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Opelika, AL
- Average sunshine days in February: 14 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Opelika, AL
- Average UV index in February: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in February
Opelika, AL
- Average cloud cover in February: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Opelika, AL
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
