February weather forecast
Banner Elk, NC

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Weather in February

February is still enveloped in the chill of winter. However, snowfall decreases to 4.13" (105mm), leaving the streets less covered in white compared to January. Banner Elk experiences a small yet noticeable change in the overall temperature range. The days become gradually longer, adding extra sunlight hours, which has a subtle warming effect. It is indeed a placid transition from the peak of winter to the prelude of spring.

Temperature

Banner Elk's average high-temperature marks a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) with the advent of February, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in February average to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in Banner Elk.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Banner Elk are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Banner Elk, North Carolina, in February, during 13 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Banner Elk, North Carolina, there are 178 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Banner Elk, in February, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Banner Elk, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Banner Elk?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Banner Elk, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Banner Elk?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Banner Elk, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in February in Banner Elk?

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in February in Banner Elk?

In Banner Elk, in February, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Banner Elk in February?

In Banner Elk, in February, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Banner Elk have in February?

In February, the average day length in Banner Elk, North Carolina, is 10h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Banner Elk?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Banner Elk, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Banner Elk have in February?

In Banner Elk, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Banner Elk?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Banner Elk, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in February in Banner Elk?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average temperature in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average pressure in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average wind speed in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average humidity in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average rainfall in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average snowfall in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average UV index in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Banner Elk, NC

Average visibility in February - Banner Elk, NC
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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