February weather forecast
Hickory, NC

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Weather in February

As winter continues, February is slightly warmer, yet still frigid compared to January. Snow occasionally falls, with an average accumulation of 1.5" (38mm) over 2.3 days. Amid the chill, the lengthening days bring more sunshine, gradually melting the snow. Despite the increased daylight, February boasts the highest cloud cover percentage of the year. Low visibility and gusty winds continue as remnant features of winter weather.

Temperature

As Hickory transitions from January to February, the average high-temperatures adjust to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C), nearly the same as the previous 45.9°F (7.7°C). Hickory records a consistent low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during February nights.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Hickory is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hickory, North Carolina, in February, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Hickory. In Hickory, in February, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hickory, there are 6.2 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature in Hickory?

Hickory in February has an average high-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Hickory?

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How much does it rain in Hickory in February?

In February, in Hickory, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout February, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Hickory?

In February, in Hickory, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout February, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hickory have in February?

In Hickory, the average day length in February is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Hickory?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Hickory, North Carolina, is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hickory?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Hickory?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Hickory, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Hickory, NC

Average temperature in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in February
Hickory, NC

Average pressure in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Hickory, NC

Average wind speed in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Hickory, NC

Average humidity in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in February
Hickory, NC

Average rainfall in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in February
Hickory, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Hickory, NC

Average snowfall in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Hickory, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Hickory, 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).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hickory, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Hickory, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in February
Hickory, NC

Average UV index in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Hickory, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
Hickory, NC

Average visibility in February - Hickory, NC
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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