February weather forecast
Sapphire, NC

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Sapphire, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of February signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C), aligning closely with January. In Sapphire, the average nighttime temperature during February is an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sapphire, in February, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sapphire, in February, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sapphire, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of February in Sapphire, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Sapphire, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Sapphire, in February, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Sapphire, North Carolina, during February, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sapphire have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapphire have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Sapphire, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Sapphire, NC

Average temperature in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Sapphire, NC

Average wind speed in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Sapphire, NC

Average humidity in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 4.21"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in February
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sapphire, 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: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in February
Sapphire, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Sapphire, NC

Average UV index in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Sapphire, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Sapphire, NC

Average visibility in February - Sapphire, NC
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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