February weather forecastRocky Mount, NC
February
Weather in February
In February, the climate in Rocky Mount witnesses a subtle upward shift from the preceding month. With a minimal drop in cloud coverage to 41%, the daylight period stretches to almost 11 hours. A gentle wind breezes through the city, increasing the overall chill factor. As February gives way to March, the city braces for a marked increase in rainfall, coupled with slightly warmer temperatures. The second place in annual snowfall records goes to February with 1.22" (31mm) of snow.Temperature
The advent of February reveals an average high-temperature of a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. The nighttime temperature, during February, averages of 36.3°F (2.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 74%.Rainfall
In Rocky Mount, in February, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Rocky Mount, during February, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.1 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Rocky Mount is 10h and 54min.On the first day of February in Rocky Mount, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Rocky Mount, North Carolina, the average sunshine in February is 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 in February translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average high temperature in February: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 36.3°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 (32.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average wind speed in February: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average humidity in February: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average rainfall in February: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").
Average rainfall days in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average snowfall in February: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average snowfall days in February: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Rocky Mount, 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
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average cloud cover in February: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in February
Rocky Mount, 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).
