February weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia
The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

Weather in February

Following January, February carries the winter's charm forward in Charlottesville, albeit with a slight hint of spring approaching. The temperature sees a noticeable rise, moving from 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in January to 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the snowfall decreases from 2.8" (71mm) in January to 2.6" (66mm). The city experiences routine rainfalls and the humidity lingers, creating a cold and damp atmosphere. The days still remain short, portraying the remnants of winter, but there is a subtle increase in daylight hours from that of January.

Temperature

As February takes hold, the average high-temperature is a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Charlottesville records an average nighttime low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Charlottesville, during February, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Charlottesville, in February, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of February in Charlottesville, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Charlottesville, Virginia, the average sunshine in February is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures?

The high-temperature, in February, in Charlottesville, records 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Charlottesville, in February, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Charlottesville, in February, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Charlottesville have in February?

In Charlottesville, the average day length in February is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In Charlottesville, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average temperature in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average high temperature in February: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average pressure in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average wind speed in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average wind speed in February: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average humidity in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.77"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall days in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall days in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Charlottesville, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average sunshine days in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average UV index in February - Charlottesville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average cloud cover in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Charlottesville, VA

Average visibility in February - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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