February weather forecastCary, NC
February
Weather in February
February sees further increase in temperature as Cary transitions from the coldest month, with a notable increase in sunshine hours as well. The month witnesses a slight increase in rainfall, standing at 2.28" (58mm) over 11.7 days of rainfall. As winter starts to wrap up, snowfall lessens, making way for spring. However, continued cold weather means residents must maintain their winter gear at hand. Despite the shorter days, the cloud cover decreases slightly promoting clearer skies.Temperature
The transition from January to February sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C), from a not significantly different 48°F (8.9°C). Cary observes an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) during February.Humidity
In Cary, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout February, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In February, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout February, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cary, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.Daylight
In Cary, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 55min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 5.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in February leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Cary, NC
- Average high temperature in February: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 35.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Cary, NC
- Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Cary, NC
- Average wind speed in February: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in February
Cary, NC
- Average humidity in February: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Cary, NC
- Average rainfall in February: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").
Average rainfall days in February
Cary, NC
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Cary, NC
- Average snowfall in February: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Cary, NC
- Average snowfall days in February: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cary, NC
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Cary, NC
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Cary, NC
- Average UV index in February: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Cary, NC
- Average cloud cover in February: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Cary, NC
- 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).
