February weather forecastWashington, VA
February
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is a chilly month in Washington, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).Temperature
As February unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Washington experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) during February nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 76%.Rainfall
In Washington, in February, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Washington, in February, during 4.6 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.4 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Washington, VA
- Average high temperature in February: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 27°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Washington, VA
- Average pressure in February: 30.08"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
Washington, VA
- Average wind speed in February: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in February
Washington, VA
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in February
Washington, VA
- Average rainfall in February: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in February
Washington, VA
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Washington, VA
- Average snowfall in February: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Washington, VA
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Washington, VA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Washington, VA
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Washington, 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
Washington, VA
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in February
Washington, VA
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
