February weather forecast
Salem, WV

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Salem, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Salem's shift into February is marked by a subtle change to a still wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) from January's 36.1°F (2.3°C) in temperature. Salem, in February, observes a steady average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in February, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Salem, in February, during 13 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 29.41" (747mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in February is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Salem?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How much does it rain in Salem in February?

In Salem, in February, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Salem, in February, during 13 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Salem?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

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

Average temperature in February - Salem, WV
  • Average high temperature in February: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in February
Salem, WV

Average pressure in February - Salem, WV
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Salem, WV

Average wind speed in February - Salem, WV
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in February
Salem, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Salem, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Salem, WV

Average rainfall days in February - Salem, WV
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Salem, WV

Average snowfall in February - Salem, WV
  • Average snowfall in February: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Salem, WV

Average snowfall days in February - Salem, WV
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Salem, WV
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Salem, WV

Average sunshine days in February - Salem, WV
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Salem, WV

Average UV index in February - Salem, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Salem, WV

Average cloud cover in February - Salem, WV
  • Average cloud cover in February: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Salem, WV

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

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

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