February weather forecastHatteras, NC
February
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
The transition into February reveals an average high-temperature of a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C), mirroring a close resemblance to January. Hatteras observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
In Hatteras, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
In Hatteras, during February, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, 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
February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 60.8°F (16°C). As the temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.On the first day of February in Hatteras, 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
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.UV index
In Hatteras, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In February, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Hatteras, 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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
