February weather forecast
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Weather in February

February continues the winter season in Mississippi but brings a subtle shift towards milder conditions. The average low temperature in the northern region during January's peak cold slowly begins to rise. However, the state can still experience a blend of cold continental and warmer tropical air, influenced by polar and subtropical jet streams.

While the northern parts of the state may continue to witness occasional snowfall and sleet, the frequency and intensity generally diminish as the month progresses. Cold spells in February tend to be even shorter than in January, and the likelihood of temperatures dropping to freezing levels along the coast decreases.

In terms of precipitation, February does not typically see extreme values, and the overall weather conditions start to show signs of moderation. Compared to January's coldest temperatures and potential for snow, February serves as a transitional phase towards the upcoming spring season.

The transition from February to March heralds a more noticeable change, with temperatures beginning to climb more steadily. The state's shift from winter's cold to spring's warmth becomes more apparent, and the likelihood of freezing conditions further recedes.

The temperatures in February range from average lows of 29°F (-1.7°C) in the northern region to milder conditions in the southern areas. Although February maintains the winter's character, the gradual warming indicates the beginning of a transformation that will lead to the more comfortable temperatures of spring. No extreme weather records or notable cities are typically associated with February, making it a relatively moderate month in Mississippi's climatic calendar.

  • Jackson - February »
    While February sees a slight rise in temperature from the previous month, enlivening the city of Jackson with a little more warmth. February is the last month it regularly snows in Jackson, Mississippi.
  • Gulfport - February »
    In Gulfport, during February, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. On the last day of February, in Gulfport, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.
  • Southaven - February »
    Compared to January, February in Southaven experiences slightly warmer temperatures, but this month also ushers in more rainfall. In Southaven in February, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
  • Hattiesburg - February »
    In Hattiesburg in February, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hattiesburg in February, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.
  • Biloxi - February »
    As January transitions into February, Biloxi records an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In Biloxi, in February, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Meridian - February »
    In Meridian during February, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. On the last day of February, in Meridian, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.
  • Tupelo - February »
    In Tupelo, Mississippi, during February, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Tupelo, during February, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.
  • Greenville - February »
    The month with the least sunshine in Greenville is February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine. February is the last month it regularly snows in Greenville, Mississippi.
  • Olive Branch - February »
    In Olive Branch, in February, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Olive Branch, during February, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.
  • Horn Lake - February »
    The months with the most snowfall in Horn Lake, Mississippi, are January and February, with an average 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated snow. The months with the most snowfall in Horn Lake are January and February, with an average 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated snow.
  • Clinton - February »
    In Clinton, in February, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Clinton, Mississippi.
  • Pearl - February »
    February's special characteristic is that during this month Pearl USA experiences the highest humidity of the year at 80%. In Pearl, Mississippi, during February, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.
Updated: May 24, 2024
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