February weather forecast
Jackson, KY

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Weather in February

Despite being a winter month, February carries the promise of warming temperatures as Jackson heads towards spring. February shares a great deal of atmospheric similarity with its predecessor January, yet treads slightly warmer in terms of temperature. The city experiences an increased likelihood of rainfall compared to the preceding month, but snowfall decreases, indicating an overall warming trend. High humidity and cloud cover continue to pervade the month, with only incremental improvements in sunshine hours. Leading toward the spring, it serves as a transitional period, laying the groundwork for meteorological changes to come.

Temperature

In February, Jackson notes an average high-temperature of a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C), hardly different from the preceding month. During February, an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jackson, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Jackson, the average sunshine in February is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jackson in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February in Jackson is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Jackson, in February, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Jackson, during February, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Jackson, KY

Average temperature in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average high temperature in February: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in February
Jackson, KY

Average pressure in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Jackson, KY

Average wind speed in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Jackson, KY

Average humidity in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Jackson, KY

Average rainfall in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average rainfall in February: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in February
Jackson, KY

Average rainfall days in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Jackson, KY

Average snowfall in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Jackson, KY

Average snowfall days in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Jackson, KY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Jackson, KY

Average sunshine days in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in February
Jackson, KY

Average UV index in February - Jackson, KY
  • 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
Jackson, KY

Average cloud cover in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Jackson, KY

Average visibility in February - Jackson, KY
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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