February weather forecast
Ames, WV

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also an icy month in Ames, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Ames in February witnesses an average high-temperature of a still icy 41.5°F (5.3°C), indicating a slight variation from January's 37°F (2.8°C). February's average low-temperature reading in Ames, West Virginia, settles at a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, February is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ames, during February, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ames, during February, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ames, the average sunshine in February is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Ames, in February, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Ames, during February, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in February?

In Ames, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Ames, WV

Average temperature in February - Ames, WV
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Ames, WV

Average pressure in February - Ames, WV
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Ames, WV

Average wind speed in February - Ames, WV
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Ames, WV

Average humidity in February - Ames, WV
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Ames, WV

Average rainfall in February - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in February
Ames, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ames, WV

Average snowfall in February - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Ames, WV

Average snowfall days in February - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ames, WV

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ames, WV
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ames, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Ames, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Ames, WV

Average UV index in February - Ames, WV
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ames, WV

Average cloud cover in February - Ames, WV
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Ames, WV

Average visibility in February - Ames, WV
  • 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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