February weather forecast
Ghent, WV

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Ghent, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.7°F (5.4°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from January to February is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still cold 41.7°F (5.4°C), not significantly different from the 37°F (2.8°C) of January. The average temperature during February nights dips to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ghent. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ghent, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ghent in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout February, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout February, 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in February?

In Ghent, the average day length in February is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:47 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 Ghent have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ghent?

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 intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Ghent, WV

Average temperature in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Ghent, WV

Average pressure in February - Ghent, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Ghent, WV

Average wind speed in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Ghent, WV

Average humidity in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in February
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall in February: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in February
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ghent, WV

Average snowfall in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 9.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Ghent, WV

Average snowfall days in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ghent, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Ghent, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Ghent, WV

Average cloud cover in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in February
Ghent, WV

Average visibility in February - Ghent, WV
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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