February weather forecast
Oriental, NC

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a mild month in Oriental, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

Oriental experiences a minor change to a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. February sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In Oriental, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Oriental, in February, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oriental, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Oriental, in February, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oriental, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during February translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

In February, in Oriental, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Oriental?

In Oriental, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Oriental, in February, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oriental in February?

In Oriental, in February, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oriental have in February?

In Oriental, the average day length in February is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Oriental is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Oriental, NC

Average temperature in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Oriental, NC

Average pressure in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Oriental, NC

Average wind speed in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Oriental, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Oriental, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in February
Oriental, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Oriental, NC

Average snowfall in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Oriental, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Oriental, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Oriental, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February
Oriental, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Oriental, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Oriental, NC

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

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

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