February weather forecast
Charleston, WV

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The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water
The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water

Weather in February

February in Charleston continues with the chill of the year's first month, albeit, with slight elevations in temperature and a reduced amount of snowfall. As the city braves the cold, with more rainy days than snowfall days, there is a subtle anticipation of the spring coming next. The high temperature rises to 43.3°F (6.3°C) while the low temperature hovers around 28.8°F (-1.8°C), showcasing a slightly warmer trend. Monthly snowfall sees a moderate decline to 4.61" (117mm). February thus ushers in subtle changes, a prelude to the arrival of spring.

Temperature

The start of February marks an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in January. Charleston cools down to an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, during February, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout February, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Charleston, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

In Charleston, in February, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February in Charleston?

In Charleston, in February, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Charleston, West Virginia, in February, during 10.8 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in February?

In Charleston, the average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Charleston, West Virginia, is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Charleston?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In Charleston, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Charleston, WV

Average temperature in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Charleston, WV

Average pressure in February - Charleston, 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
Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in February
Charleston, WV

Average humidity in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in February: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in February
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in February
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Charleston, WV

Average UV index in February - Charleston, WV
  • 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
Charleston, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Charleston, WV

Average visibility in February - Charleston, 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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