February weather forecast
Lancaster, SC

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Weather in February

As February rolls around, Lancaster residents witness a mild increase in temperatures, slowly transitioning from the winter chill. This period witnesses a slight elevation in rainfall, emphasizing the end of snowfall occurrences. Moisture in the air continues to be a constant, but the presence of wind slightly decreases. The month brings around more daylight, but it also sees an increase in cloud coverage. The climatic statistics show a marginal rise in temperature extremes with them ranging from 38.1°F (3.4°C) to 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

As February unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a cool 55°F (12.8°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Lancaster observes an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in February, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lancaster, the average sunshine in February is 6.4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lancaster in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Lancaster, records 55°F (12.8°C), while the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 73%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Lancaster, during February, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in February, Lancaster aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in February?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Lancaster, SC

Average temperature in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average high temperature in February: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Lancaster, SC

Average pressure in February - Lancaster, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Lancaster, SC

Average wind speed in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average wind speed in February: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Lancaster, SC

Average humidity in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average humidity in February: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Lancaster, SC

Average rainfall in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Lancaster, SC

Average rainfall days in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Lancaster, SC

Average snowfall in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Lancaster, SC

Average snowfall days in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 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
Lancaster, SC

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lancaster, SC
  • 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: 6h and 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lancaster, SC

Average sunshine days in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Lancaster, SC

Average UV index in February - Lancaster, SC
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Lancaster, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Lancaster, SC

Average visibility in February - Lancaster, SC
  • 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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