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

What kind of weather does February bring to Sterling? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of February in Sterling typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February is known for being in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 6°C. At night, they generally drop to -4°C.

Precipitation

Sterling in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 152 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Sterling. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sterling, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 152 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 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.

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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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