February weather forecast
Topsail Beach, NC

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Weather in February

Following January, February also remains cooler, although a slight rise in the average high temperature to 57.4°F (14.1°C) begins to set the pace for the coming spring. The wind speed now reaches up to 16.5mph (26.6km/h), making it a blustery transition from winter. This month also sees a slight drop in the cloud cover percentage, allowing more days of sunshine. During this time, the sea continues to cool, reaching its coldest at 57.5°F (14.2°C). Notably, the snowfall of 0.04" (1mm) seen in January continues into February, making it the culmination of the winter snow season.

Temperature

With the advent of February, Topsail Beach experiences an average high-temperature of a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In February, Topsail Beach reports a consistent average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Topsail Beach, in February, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Topsail Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Topsail Beach are January, February and December. The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Topsail Beach, North Carolina.
Note: Dipping into 57.6°F (14.2°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Topsail Beach, North Carolina, is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Topsail Beach is 5.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during February translates into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures in Topsail Beach?

Topsail Beach in February has an average high-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Topsail Beach?

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

How much does it rain in Topsail Beach in February?

In Topsail Beach, during February, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Topsail Beach?

The months with the most snowfall in Topsail Beach, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Topsail Beach?

February is the last month it regularly snows in Topsail Beach, North Carolina. During 0.3 snowfall days, in February, Topsail Beach aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest in Topsail Beach?

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

How cold is the water in February in Topsail Beach?

In Topsail Beach, North Carolina, in February, the average water temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). Swimming in 57.6°F (14.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in February in Topsail Beach?

In Topsail Beach, the average day length in February is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Topsail Beach?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Topsail Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Topsail Beach?

In Topsail Beach, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Topsail Beach?

In Topsail Beach, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average temperature in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average pressure in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average wind speed in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average humidity in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sea temperature in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sea temperature in February: 57.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average UV index in February - Topsail Beach, 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
Topsail Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average visibility in February - Topsail Beach, 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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