February weather forecastTownsend, TN

February

Weather in February

Townsend starts to experience a slight rise in temperatures in February with highs of 48°F (8.9°C). The weather in this month sees more rainfall with 4.33" (110mm) spread across an average of 14.3 days. As snowfall decreases to 3.35" (85mm) from the previous month, slushy roads can be expected. February's daylight extends marginally from January with 10.9 hours, despite a 5-mile visibility due to cloud cover at 50%. This month could be characterized by slightly warmer temperatures and prolonged periods of rainfall compared to January.

Temperature

February begins with an average high-temperature of a still chilly 48°F (8.9°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Throughout February, Townsend anticipates an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout February, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Townsend, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During February, Townsend experiences an average high-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Townsend, during February, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

In Townsend, in February, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in February is 10h and 55min.

On the first day of February in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST.

In Townsend, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.4h.

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

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average high temperature in February: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average wind speed in February: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average rainfall in February: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average snowfall in February: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Townsend, TN

  • 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: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Townsend, TN

  • 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).

Average cloud cover in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Townsend, TN

  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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