February weather forecast
Elkin, NC

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Elkin, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

February's weather records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 48°F (8.9°C), showing little deviation from January. In the month of February, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elkin, during February, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkin, during February, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elkin, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of February, in Elkin, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Elkin is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elkin in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Elkin, is 48°F (8.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Elkin?

The average relative humidity in February in Elkin is 75%.

How much does it rain in Elkin in February?

In Elkin, in February, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Elkin?

In Elkin, in February, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkin have in February?

The average day length in February in Elkin is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Elkin?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkin, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkin have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Elkin, North Carolina, is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkin?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Elkin?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Elkin, NC

Average temperature in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 48°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 (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Elkin, NC

Average pressure in February - Elkin, 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
Elkin, NC

Average wind speed in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in February
Elkin, NC

Average humidity in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Elkin, NC

Average rainfall in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in February
Elkin, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Elkin, NC

Average snowfall in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Elkin, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Elkin, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Elkin, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Elkin, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Elkin, NC

Average UV index in February - Elkin, NC
  • 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
Elkin, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Elkin, NC

Average visibility in February - Elkin, NC
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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