Fairfax weather in February (Virginia, United States of America)

Is February a good time to explore Fairfax weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Fairfax includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 7°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -4°C.

Precipitation

Fairfax in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 152 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Fairfax. August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fairfax climate page with graphs.

 

Fairfax, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 152 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in February

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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