February weather forecastAthens, WV
February
Weather in February
In February, the Athens climate experiences gentle temperature shifts. Weather conditions manifest the cold characteristics of winter but with a slight increase in February's temperature compared to January. Notably, the most significant meteorological change is a decrease in snowfall to 9.09" (231mm), although winter landscapes persist. As February commences the slow transition out of winter, warmth remains a distant dream.Temperature
As Athens steps into February, the average high-temperature is measured at a still cold 41.7°F (5.4°C), displaying minor differences from January's 37°F (2.8°C). In Athens, February is marked by an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).Humidity
The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.Daylight
In Athens, West Virginia, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 50min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Athens, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Athens, WV
- Average high temperature in February: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 26.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Athens, WV
- Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Athens, WV
- Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Athens, WV
- Average humidity in February: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in February
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall in February: 3.5"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in February
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall days in February: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall in February: 9.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall days in February: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Athens, WV
- 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Athens, WV
- Average sunshine days in February: 8.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Athens, WV
- Average UV index in February: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Athens, WV
- Average cloud cover in February: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in February
Athens, WV
- Average visibility in February: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
