February weather forecast
Richmond, KY

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Weather in February

Transitioning into February, the chill recedes slightly, easing the frigid conditions marked in January. Winters are characterized by an amalgam of snowfall and rain. As temperature levels rise, the snow yield falls to 1.77" (45mm) while rainfall registers an increase. Although the weather remains cold, a subtle shift towards spring starts becoming noticeable. Richmond's skies begin to clear as the city prepares to welcome the spring season.

Temperature

At the onset of February, Richmond records an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Richmond, during the month of February, experiences an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, during February, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, in Richmond, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout February, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Richmond, Kentucky, during February, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Richmond, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

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

Average temperature in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Richmond, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Richmond, KY

Average wind speed in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Richmond, KY

Average humidity in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Richmond, KY

Average rainfall in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in February
Richmond, KY

Average rainfall days in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Richmond, KY

Average snowfall in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Richmond, KY

Average snowfall days in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Richmond, KY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Richmond, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Richmond, KY

Average sunshine days in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Richmond, KY

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

Average cloud cover in February
Richmond, KY

Average cloud cover in February - Richmond, KY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Richmond, KY

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

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

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