February is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in North Carolina. February is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in North Carolina for any length of time. Consider visiting North Carolina in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
The average maximum temperature in North Carolina in February is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 18° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average temperature in North Carolina in February is 14°. The average temperature ranges is 13° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in North Carolina in February is 9°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in North Carolina in February are 11 and there are 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in North Carolina in February is typically 5.7 during February. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in North Carolina in February is 17.7° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in North Carolina in February is 38.4cm and on average there are 12.1 rainy days in February making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in North Carolina in February is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in North Carolina in February is typically 87.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 87.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in North Carolina in February is typically 71.8%. The average relative humidity is 71.2% in the previous month and 71.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in North Carolina in February is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in North Carolina in February is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in North Carolina in February is from the South.
