Virginia Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, South Africa in February.

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Planning a trip to Virginia, South Africa this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Virginia in February

Virginia, South Africa is a region in South Africa. February in Virginia generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Basye to 12°C (54°F) in Hopewell. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Hopewell and -7°C (19°F) in Basye.

For specific regional insights in Virginia, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Covington with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Norton with 85 mm (3.3 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Sterling typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Sterling receives about 152 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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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.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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, South Africa?

Temperature range in Virginia (February)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (February)

Sterling

In February Sterling generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sterling →

Herndon

In February Herndon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Herndon →

Manassas

In February Manassas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Manassas →

Sandston

In February Sandston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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 »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
181 hours
234 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Sandston →

Fairfax

In February Fairfax generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
152 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fairfax →

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sterling 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Herndon 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Manassas 7°C (45°F) -4°C (25°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Sandston 10°C (50°F) -2°C (28°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Fairfax 7°C (45°F) -4°C (25°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Tysons Corner 7°C (45°F) -4°C (25°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Virginia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, South Africa in February?

Virginia, South Africa typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Sterling average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Virginia, South Africa in February?

Average temperatures in Virginia, South Africa during February range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Sterling.

Does Virginia, South Africa get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Virginia, South Africa. Sterling averages only about 62 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Virginia, South Africa?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sterling, February may not be the ideal time to visit Virginia, South Africa.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Sterling. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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