February weather forecast
Dunhuang, China

February

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

February brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from January's subzero cold -2.9°C (26.8°F) to a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F). During February, Dunhuang records an average temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F) at night.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

In Dunhuang, during February, the rain falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Dunhuang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 22.3 days and collects up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day 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

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?
An average high-temperature, in February, in Dunhuang, is 2.7°C (36.9°F) and the average low-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
The average relative humidity in February is 36%.
How many days does it rain in February?
In Dunhuang, in February, during 1.2 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in February?
In Dunhuang, China, in February, during 1.5 snowfall days, 8mm (0.31") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Dunhuang have in February?
The average day length in February is 10h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February?
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.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 6.9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in February?
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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