February weather forecastAshburn, VA
February
Weather in February
Paving the way for spring, February is slightly warmer than January and less cold than March. The number of sunshine days is relatively less than in January while still offering over 10 hours of daylight. Falling snow can be expected up to five days, thankfully less snowfall is expected compared to previous January. However, the subtle change in wind speed, coupled with the highest recorded temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C), hints at the approaching warmer months.Temperature
February observes an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C), marking an insignificant difference from January's 39.7°F (4.3°C). Ashburn observes an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) during February.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 76%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout February, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ashburn, in February, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ashburn. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average high temperature in February: 43.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average pressure in February: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average wind speed in February: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average rainfall in February: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average snowfall in February: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average snowfall days in February: 5.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Ashburn, VA
- 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 (11.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Ashburn, VA
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Ashburn, VA
- Average cloud cover in February: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in February
Ashburn, VA
- 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).
