Weather in February
February continues the winter season in
North Carolina, with temperatures slightly rising compared to
January but still remaining within the cold spectrum.
In the Coastal Plains, temperatures range from 34°F (1.1°C) to 54°F (12.2°C), a modest increase from the previous month. Snowfall remains rare, but occasional cold fronts may bring sleet or light snow.
The Piedmont Division sees temperatures ranging from 33°F (0.6°C) to 52°F (11.1°C), with the southern Sandhills section maintaining its characteristic milder winter. Snowfall is sporadic but can occur with the intrusion of cold air masses.
The Mountain Division experiences temperatures from 23°F (-5°C) to 47°F (8.3°C), and snowfall remains significant, especially on the higher slopes. However, snow accumulation may begin to decrease towards the latter part of the month, as the transition to spring slowly commences.
Notable cities, such as Raleigh in the Piedmont Division and Asheville in the Mountain Division, offer varying climatic experiences. Raleigh's temperatures in February range from 34°F (1.1°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), while Asheville, located at a higher altitude, sees temperatures from 28°F (-2.2°C) to 50°F (10°C).
February serves as a transitional month in North Carolina's weather, where the grip of winter begins to loosen. Although still influenced by the cold season, the gradual rise in temperatures across the regions signals the approach of spring and sets the stage for the more moderate conditions of the following months.
- Charlotte - February »
In Charlotte in February, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charlotte during February, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. - Raleigh - February »
In Raleigh during February, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Raleigh, in February, during 2.1 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. - Greensboro - February »
In Greensboro during February, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Greensboro in February, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Durham - February »
In Durham during February, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Durham, during February, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. - Winston-Salem - February »
In Winston-Salem in February, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Winston-Salem in February, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. - Fayetteville - February »
The month with the most snowfall in Fayetteville is February, when snow falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Fayetteville in February, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. - Cary - February »
In February, in Cary the rain falls for 11.7 days. In Cary, during February, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. - Wilmington - February »
In Wilmington, North Carolina, during February, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. The months with the lowest UV index in Wilmington are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. - High Point - February »
In High Point during February, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In High Point in February, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. - Asheville - February »
In Asheville in February, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Asheville in February, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. - Concord - February »
In Concord in February, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Concord, North Carolina, during February, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. - Gastonia - February »
In Gastonia, North Carolina, during February, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Gastonia, North Carolina, in February, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.