February weather forecast
Reston, VA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a frosty month in Reston, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into February reveals an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C), mirroring a close resemblance to January. Throughout February, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Reston, during February, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Reston, in February, during 4.4 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Reston, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Reston, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February in Reston, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Reston, records 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How many days does it rain in February?

In Reston, during February, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Reston in February?

In Reston, Virginia, in February, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Reston have in February?

The average day length in February 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, in Reston, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Reston have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Reston, VA

Average temperature in February - Reston, VA
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Reston, VA

Average pressure in February - Reston, 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
Reston, VA

Average wind speed in February - Reston, VA
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Reston, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Reston, VA

Average rainfall in February - Reston, VA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in February
Reston, VA

Average rainfall days in February - Reston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Reston, VA

Average snowfall in February - Reston, VA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Reston, VA

Average snowfall days in February - Reston, 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
Reston, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Reston, VA

Average sunshine days in February - Reston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Reston, VA

Average UV index in February - Reston, 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
Reston, VA

Average cloud cover in February - Reston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Reston, VA

Average visibility in February - Reston, 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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