February weather forecastLancaster, SC
February
Weather in February
As February rolls around, Lancaster residents witness a mild increase in temperatures, slowly transitioning from the winter chill. This period witnesses a slight elevation in rainfall, emphasizing the end of snowfall occurrences. Moisture in the air continues to be a constant, but the presence of wind slightly decreases. The month brings around more daylight, but it also sees an increase in cloud coverage. The climatic statistics show a marginal rise in temperature extremes with them ranging from 38.1°F (3.4°C) to 55°F (12.8°C).Temperature
As February unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a cool 55°F (12.8°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Lancaster observes an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) during February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Lancaster, in February, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January and February. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Lancaster, the average sunshine in February is 6.4h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In February, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. 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
Lancaster, SC
- Average high temperature in February: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average wind speed in February: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average humidity in February: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average rainfall in February: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average rainfall days in February: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average snowfall in February: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average snowfall days in February: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 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
Lancaster, SC
- 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: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Lancaster, SC
- Average cloud cover in February: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in February
Lancaster, SC
- 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).
