February weather forecast
Nitro, WV

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Weather in February

February in Nitro sees a slight increase in temperature, welcoming slightly warmer days than previous month. With a 1.61" (41mm) average rainfall, precipitation peaks relative to January and March, making it one of the wetter months of the year. The snowfall tends to decrease compared to January, but it remains a distinct possibility. To those who enjoy sunlight, February offers longer daylight hours than January. The month's end also transitions into a period of lower humidity, setting the stage for the less humid month ahead, March.

Temperature

With February's advent, Nitro sees an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C), subtly shifted from January's 38.8°F (3.8°C). During February, Nitro sees a mean low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Nitro, in February, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Nitro. In Nitro, during February, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Nitro, in February, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity in Nitro is 82%.

How much does it rain in Nitro in February?

In Nitro, in February, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Nitro, during February, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nitro have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Nitro, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Nitro, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in February
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Average pressure in February - Nitro, 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
Nitro, WV

Average wind speed in February - Nitro, 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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Nitro, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in February
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Average rainfall in February - Nitro, WV
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in February
Nitro, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Nitro, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Nitro, WV

Average snowfall in February - Nitro, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
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Average snowfall days in February - Nitro, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Nitro, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Nitro, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Nitro, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in February
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Average UV index in February - Nitro, 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
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Average cloud cover in February - Nitro, 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 August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
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Average visibility in February - Nitro, 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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