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Virginia Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, the United States of America in February.

Are you planning a trip a to Virginia, the United States of America in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Virginia in February

Virginia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. February in Virginia generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Winchester to 12°C (54°F) in Franklin. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Franklin and -5°C (23°F) in Winchester.

For a closer look at conditions across Virginia, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Strasburg with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Virginia Beach with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Virginia Beach, you can expect around 177 hours of sunlight in February, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Virginia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Virginia Beach)

Best Places to Visit in Virginia in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Virginia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Virginia

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Virginia (February)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (February)

Virginia Beach

In February Virginia Beach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
177 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Richmond

In February Richmond generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
181 hours
234 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Williamsburg

In February Williamsburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
176 hours
231 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Arlington

In February Arlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Alexandria

In February Alexandria generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Virginia, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in the United States of America dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Fargo on February 2, 1996.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in the United States of America was -33°C (-27°F) in Bismarck on February 1, 1996.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Virginia Beach 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Richmond 10°C (50°F) -3°C (27°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Williamsburg 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Arlington 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Alexandria 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Newport News 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Virginia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, the United States of America in February?

Expect poor weather across Virginia, the United States of America in February. The popular destination of Virginia Beach averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Virginia, the United States of America in February?

In Virginia Beach, the average daytime high in February is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Virginia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Virginia, the United States of America during February, with Virginia Beach averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Virginia, the United States of America?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Virginia, the United States of America with often poor weather in Virginia Beach.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and May offering mostly perfect weather in Virginia Beach. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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