February weather forecast
Fairfax, VA

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Weather in February

Fairfax, Virginia, experiences a gradual increase in average temperatures moving from January into February. This climatic shift is noticeable, but the chills of winter can still be felt throughout the month. Indeed, the mean low temperature for February records at 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Featuring a blend of peeps of the sun, winter precipitation, and windy periods, the climate is still relative to typical winter weather. The coming month of March brings a significant change as winter slowly withdraws and gives way to the spring season.

Temperature

Fairfax experiences a transition to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of February, not greatly differing from January's 40.5°F (4.7°C). In February, Fairfax's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Fairfax, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, during February, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Fairfax, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fairfax, during February, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Fairfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Fairfax is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Fairfax, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February in Fairfax is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Fairfax, in February, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Fairfax, Virginia, in February, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Fairfax, VA

Average temperature in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average high temperature in February: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Fairfax, VA

Average pressure in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Fairfax, VA

Average wind speed in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Fairfax, VA

Average humidity in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in February
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall days in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fairfax, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fairfax, VA

Average snowfall days in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Fairfax, VA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fairfax, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fairfax, VA

Average sunshine days in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Fairfax, VA

Average UV index in February - Fairfax, 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
Fairfax, VA

Average cloud cover in February - Fairfax, VA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Fairfax, VA

Average visibility in February - Fairfax, VA
  • 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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