February weather forecast
Topsail Beach, NC

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Weather in February

Following January, February also remains cooler, although a slight rise in the average high temperature to 57.4°F (14.1°C) begins to set the pace for the coming spring. The wind speed now reaches up to 16.5mph (26.6km/h), making it a blustery transition from winter. This month also sees a slight drop in the cloud cover percentage, allowing more days of sunshine. During this time, the sea continues to cool, reaching its coldest at 57.5°F (14.2°C). Notably, the snowfall of 0.04" (1mm) seen in January continues into February, making it the culmination of the winter snow season.

Temperature

Topsail Beach's weather in February, with an average high-temperature of a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C), subtly shifts from January's 54.5°F (12.5°C). Topsail Beach experiences an average nighttime temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) in the month of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Topsail Beach, during February, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Topsail Beach, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 57.6°F (14.2°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Topsail Beach, the average sunshine in February is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Topsail Beach?

In Topsail Beach, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Topsail Beach, during February, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in February, Topsail Beach aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the coldest ocean?

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the ocean temperature in February?

In Topsail Beach, the average seawater temperature in February is 57.6°F (14.2°C). Swimming in 57.6°F (14.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Topsail Beach have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average temperature in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Topsail Beach, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average wind speed in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average humidity in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sea temperature in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sea temperature in February: 57.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average UV index in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 4

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

Average cloud cover in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in February
Topsail Beach, NC

Average visibility in February - Topsail Beach, 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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