February weather forecast
Gaffney, SC

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Weather in February

With the transition to February in Gaffney, winter starts to lose its teeth, and the chilly mornings transform into pleasant afternoons. The leap from January to February in terms of temperature becomes evident, and the winter attire gradually goes back to wardrobes. However, sampling Gaffney's February weather, startling wind speeds reaching 7.1mph (11.4km/h) often keep the residents on their toes. The emergence of spring-like weather brings with it festivity, and the city embraces the pleasant change. While February's weather largely remains consistent with January in terms of precipitation and relative humidity, the clear skies and longer daylight hours insinuate that spring is just around the corner.

Temperature

Gaffney's average high-temperature in February sits at a fresh 54°F (12.2°C), showing little difference from the previous month. During the February nights, an average temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is observed in Gaffney.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gaffney, in February, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaffney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gaffney are January, February and December. February is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in February, Gaffney aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of February, in Gaffney, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gaffney, the average sunshine in February is 6.7h.

UV index

In Gaffney, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in February translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54°F (12.2°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Gaffney, during February, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows in Gaffney. During 1 snowfall days, in February, Gaffney aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Gaffney, 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Gaffney is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Gaffney, SC

Average temperature in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average high temperature in February: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Gaffney, SC

Average pressure in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gaffney, SC

Average wind speed in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Gaffney, SC

Average humidity in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in February
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall days in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (7.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall days in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Gaffney, SC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gaffney, SC
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gaffney, SC

Average sunshine days in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (20.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Gaffney, SC

Average UV index in February - Gaffney, SC
  • 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
Gaffney, SC

Average cloud cover in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 42

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

Average visibility in February
Gaffney, SC

Average visibility in February - Gaffney, SC
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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