February weather forecast
Gilkerson, WV

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a frosty month in Gilkerson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The weather during February records an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. February nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Gilkerson is February, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Gilkerson, during February, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gilkerson, in February, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gilkerson, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

The high-temperature, in February, in Gilkerson, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Gilkerson, during February, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Gilkerson, in February, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilkerson have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Gilkerson?

In Gilkerson, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average temperature in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average high temperature in February: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average pressure in February - Gilkerson, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average wind speed in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average humidity in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average rainfall in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average rainfall in February: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average snowfall in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average snowfall days in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gilkerson, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average UV index in February - Gilkerson, 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
Gilkerson, WV

Average cloud cover in February - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Gilkerson, WV

Average visibility in February - Gilkerson, 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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