February weather forecast
Gates, NC

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Gates, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

February's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) from January's 46.8°F (8.2°C). Gates encounters a steady low-temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout February, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.1 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 2.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Gates, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

During February, Gates experiences an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Gates, in February, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Gates is February, when snow falls for 2.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Gates, during February, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Gates, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Gates, NC

Average temperature in February - Gates, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Gates, NC

Average pressure in February - Gates, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gates, NC

Average wind speed in February - Gates, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Gates, NC

Average humidity in February - Gates, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Gates, NC

Average rainfall in February - Gates, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Gates, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Gates, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gates, NC

Average snowfall in February - Gates, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gates, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Gates, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gates, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gates, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gates, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Gates, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Gates, NC

Average UV index in February - Gates, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Gates, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Gates, NC

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

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

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