February weather forecastYorktown, VA
February
Weather in February
Yorktown weather in February presents a mild transition from January's frigid climate, with temperatures slightly increasing and snowfall tapering off to 1.34" (34mm). The cloudy skies start dispersing, allowing a bit more daylight to sweep across the city. However, the number of rainy days is on a slight rise, making outdoor activities tricky. Winds tend to be moderate in strength, and despite surrounding bodies of water, the overall humidity remains comfortably average. Visitors and residents alike will witness a gentle shift away from winter towards early signs of spring as the month progresses.Temperature
With the onset of February, Yorktown's average high-temperature clocks in at a still chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures in Yorktown hover around an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Yorktown is 75%.Rainfall
In Yorktown, in February, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Note: Beware of 48.7°F (9.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of February, in Yorktown, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year in Yorktown, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average high temperature in February: 49.1°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 (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average rainfall in February: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average rainfall days in February: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average snowfall in February: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average snowfall days in February: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average sea temperature in February: 48.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.7°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Yorktown, VA
- Average cloud cover in February: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in February
Yorktown, VA
- 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).
