February weather forecastAmherst, VA
February
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Amherst, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).Temperature
The transition into February notes an average high-temperature of a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 42.6°F (5.9°C) in January. In the month of February, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) during the night.Humidity
In Amherst, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout February, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Amherst, the average sunshine in February is 5.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Amherst are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in February: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 30.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in February: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in February
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in February
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in February: 2.87"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in February
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in February: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in February
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in February: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Amherst, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 54min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in February
Amherst, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in February: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Amherst, VA
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
