February weather forecast
Hatteras, NC

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Weather in February

In Hatteras, February exhibits a gentle rise in both temperature and relative humidity values, segueing smoothly into March's more humid environment. Sunshine hours extend slightly to 5.3, granting more opportunities for outdoor activities. The cloud coverage remains constant, allowing sufficient sunlight to seep through. Additionally, average sea temperature slightly regresses to 61°F (16.1°C), yet it doesn't deter water activities. The wind speeds rise a notch to 16.8mph (27km/h), and residents may experience gusts reaching speeds of 24.7mph (39.8km/h).

Temperature

Hatteras experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) with the onset of February, maintaining near parity with January's 54.5°F (12.5°C). Hatteras observes a slightly reduced average nighttime temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In February, in Hatteras, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hatteras, there are 100.9 rainfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Hatteras is February, with an average ocean temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Hatteras, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During February, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures in Hatteras?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Hatteras, is 56.1°F (13.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Hatteras?

In February, the average relative humidity in Hatteras is 75%.

How much does it rain in Hatteras in February?

In Hatteras, North Carolina, in February, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Hatteras?

The months with the most snowfall days in Hatteras, North Carolina, are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

How many days does it snow in February in Hatteras?

In February, in Hatteras, snow falls for 0.1 days.

When is the ocean coldest in Hatteras?

With an average ocean temperature of 60.8°F (16°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Hatteras.

How cold is the water in February in Hatteras?

In Hatteras, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in February is 60.8°F (16°C). For most, swimming in 60.8°F (16°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Hatteras have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Hatteras?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hatteras, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hatteras?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Hatteras, North Carolina, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Hatteras?

In Hatteras, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in February in Hatteras?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Hatteras, NC

Average temperature in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in February
Hatteras, NC

Average pressure in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Hatteras, NC

Average wind speed in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 16.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

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Average humidity in February
Hatteras, NC

Average humidity in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in February
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall days in February
Hatteras, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Hatteras, NC

Average sea temperature in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sea temperature in February: 61°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Hatteras, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Hatteras, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Hatteras, NC

Average UV index in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in February
Hatteras, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Hatteras, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in February
Hatteras, NC

Average visibility in February - Hatteras, 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).

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