February weather forecast
Dunhuang, China

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Weather in February

Shifting to February, Dunhuang's climate remains within the grasp of winter yet exhibits subtle signs of warming. The city braces for a slightly warmer weather compared to January's freezing temperatures. Despite February's increase in daylight hours, the cold wind continues to sweep through the city, briskly ushering in the last touches of winter. Notably, snowfall begins to ease. Transitioning into March, Dunhuang anticipates the arrival of spring, depicting a remarkable change in weather.

Temperature

As January gives way to February, the average high-temperature in Dunhuang displays an increase, moving from a freezing cold -2.9°C (26.8°F) to a cold 2.7°C (36.9°F). An average low-temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F) is observed during February nights in Dunhuang.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

In Dunhuang, China, in February, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dunhuang, there are 22.3 rainfall days, and 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dunhuang, China, are January through March, November and December. In Dunhuang, during February, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7 snowfall days, and 35mm (1.38") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dunhuang, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 19:31 CST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Dunhuang, with an average of 6.9h 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 Dunhuang. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Dunhuang?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Dunhuang, is 2.7°C (36.9°F), while the average low-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Dunhuang?

The average relative humidity in February in Dunhuang, China, is 36%.

How many days does it rain in February in Dunhuang?

In Dunhuang, in February, during 1.2 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Dunhuang?

In Dunhuang, China, in February, during 1.5 snowfall days, 8mm (0.31") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Dunhuang?

In February, the average day length in Dunhuang, China, is 10h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Dunhuang?

On the first day of February in Dunhuang, China, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 19:31 CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunhuang?

February has the least sunshine of the year in Dunhuang, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Dunhuang?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dunhuang?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunhuang, China.

What is the UV index reading in February in Dunhuang?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Dunhuang is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Dunhuang, China

Average temperature in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average high temperature in February: 2.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°C).

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Average pressure in February
Dunhuang, China

Average pressure in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average pressure in February: 1023.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1030.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Dunhuang, China

Average wind speed in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Dunhuang, China

Average humidity in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average humidity in February: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (45%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (18%).

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Average rainfall in February
Dunhuang, China

Average rainfall in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average rainfall in February: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (7mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Dunhuang, China

Average rainfall days in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (3.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Dunhuang, China

Average snowfall in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average snowfall in February: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Dunhuang, China

Average snowfall days in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average snowfall days in February: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Dunhuang, China

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Dunhuang, China

Average sunshine days in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average sunshine days in February: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (26.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Dunhuang, China

Average UV index in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Dunhuang, China

Average cloud cover in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average cloud cover in February: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in February
Dunhuang, China

Average visibility in February - Dunhuang, China
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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Dunhuang, China

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