February weather forecast
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

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Weather in February

Winter holds the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in its frigid grasp well into February. Snowfall inches up from the previous month to reach 18.1" (460mm), the highest over the entire yearly cycle. With the snowfall, one might anticipate an increase in winter sports activities around the park. Subdued sunlight and abridged daylight hours make for short but picturesque days. Nonetheless, the weather sees a subtle transition into a more temperate state towards the end of the month.

Temperature

The ushering in of February brings an average high-temperature of a still icy 39.9°F (4.4°C), closely mirroring the 37°F (2.8°C) of January. During February, the temperature is averaged to a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at night.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout February, 5.2" (132mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 72.13" (1832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm. On the last day of February, in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?

During February, Great Smoky Mountains National Park experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How many days does it rain in February?

In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, during February, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in February, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Great Smoky Mountains National Park have in February?

In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the average day length in February is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average temperature in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average high temperature in February: 40°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°F).

Average rainfall in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average rainfall in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average rainfall in February: 5.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (7.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (4.3").

Average rainfall days in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average rainfall days in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September, October and November (8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average snowfall in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average snowfall in February: 18.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average snowfall days in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • 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

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in February
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

Average UV index in February - Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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