February weather forecastPikeville, KY

February

Weather in February

February continues the general cold trend prevalent in Pikeville during winter months, with not much difference in average high and low temperatures from January. Rainfall tends to increase to an average of 3.62" (92mm), marking it as a wetter forebear to March. Snowfall decreases slightly from the previous month, with an overall median of 3.78" (96mm). Colder weather patterns still prevail as the seasons get ready for a shift. As February ends, the transition from winter to spring becomes more noticeable as the daylight hours increase to an average of 10.8 hours.

Temperature

The initiation of February sees an average high-temperature of a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. Pikeville's temperature drops to an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Pikeville, in February, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pikeville, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Pikeville is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during February is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

With an average relative humidity of 80%, February is the most humid month.

The average relative humidity in February is 80%.

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

In Pikeville, during February, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

In Pikeville, Kentucky, in February, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

In Pikeville, the average day length in February is 10h and 50min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average high temperature in February: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average wind speed in February: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average rainfall in February: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average snowfall in February: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sunshine in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average sunshine days in February: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Pikeville, KY

  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).