February weather forecast
Bristol, VA

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Weather in February

Perfect for snow-lovers, February brings an additional 2.05" (52mm) of snow in Bristol, Virginia, setting a velvety white coat across the landscape. Although the weather remains cold, the city witnesses a subtle increase in daylight hours from January, building a path towards the spring. As one of Bristol's defining winter months, February combines snowfall and modest increases in temperature, reflecting a gradual transition to milder weather. While much of the snow melts away in March, the weather stays sufficiently cool to ensure a fluid transition out of winter. As such, February acts as a bridge between the somber winter months and the cheerful springtime that awaits.

Temperature

Bristol records an average high-temperature of a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in February, maintaining a close correlation with January's 41°F (5°C). Bristol, during the nights of February, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bristol, in February, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.4 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

The high-temperature, in February, in Bristol, records 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Bristol, during February, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout February, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in February?

In February, the average day length in Bristol is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in February?

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Bristol, VA

Average temperature in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average high temperature in February: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Bristol, VA

Average pressure in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Bristol, VA

Average wind speed in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Bristol, VA

Average humidity in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in February
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall days in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall days in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bristol, VA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Bristol, VA

Average sunshine days in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Bristol, VA

Average UV index in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Bristol, VA

Average cloud cover in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Bristol, VA

Average visibility in February - Bristol, VA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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