February weather - Winter 2024 - Charlottesville, VA

Weather in February
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Average pressure in February
Average wind speed in February
Average humidity in February
Average rainfall in February
Average rainfall days in February
Average snowfall in February
Average snowfall days in February
Average daylight in February
Average sunshine in February
Average sunshine days in February
Average UV index in February
Average cloud cover in February
Average visibility in February

The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

Weather in February

Following January, February carries the winter's charm forward in Charlottesville, albeit with a slight hint of spring approaching. The temperature sees a noticeable rise, moving from 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in January to 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the snowfall decreases from 2.8" (71mm) in January to 2.6" (66mm). The city experiences routine rainfalls and the humidity lingers, creating a cold and damp atmosphere. The days still remain short, portraying the remnants of winter, but there is a subtle increase in daylight hours from that of January.

Temperature

Charlottesville marks the start of February with an average high-temperature of a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from January's 41.5°F (5.3°C). Charlottesville cools down to an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

In Charlottesville, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Charlottesville, in February, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Charlottesville. In Charlottesville, in February, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charlottesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Charlottesville, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Charlottesville is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlottesville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during February morphs into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charlottesville in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Charlottesville, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Charlottesville?

In February, the average relative humidity in Charlottesville, Virginia, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February in Charlottesville?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, in February, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Charlottesville in February?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, in February, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

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

In Charlottesville, Virginia, the average day length in February is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Charlottesville?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Charlottesville, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Charlottesville?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.7h.

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

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 in Charlottesville?

In Charlottesville, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

41.5°F 5.3°C

46.2°F 7.9°C

53.8°F 12.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.4mph 10.3km/h

6.5mph 10.5km/h

6.7mph 10.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.8

15.8

15.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average high temperature in February: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

Average low temperature in February: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average wind speed in February: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall in February: 1.77"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall in February: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall days in February: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Charlottesville, VA

Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in February
Charlottesville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average cloud cover in February: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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February weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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