February weather forecastGastonia, NC
February
Weather in February
Weather transitions in Gastonia in February exhibit an upward trend in temperature from those in January. This month is an ideal time to enjoy the outdoors before the heat of the summer sets in. While temperatures are increasing, February also brings in a slightly increased chance of rainfall. Though warmer than January, it is still relatively cool and can serve as an excellent time for winter activities.Temperature
In February, Gastonia experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 48.7°F (9.3°C) in January to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the month of February, an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is recorded in Gastonia.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February in Gastonia is 74%.Rainfall
In Gastonia, North Carolina, during February, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Gastonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gastonia are January through March, November and December. In Gastonia, during February, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.9 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Gastonia is 10h and 56min.On the first day of February in Gastonia, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine in Gastonia is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February in Gastonia is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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
Gastonia, NC
- Average high temperature in February: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).
Average pressure in February
Gastonia, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average wind speed in February: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average humidity in February: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average rainfall in February: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average snowfall in February: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average snowfall days in February: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Gastonia, 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: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Gastonia, NC
- Average cloud cover in February: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Gastonia, 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).
