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Virginia Weather in February

Virginia in February sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 77 mm (3 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Virginia in February

You can expect rain on roughly 16 days based on historical data, averaging 77 mm (3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Virginia in February

Temperatures in Virginia in February top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. The winter season takes place during February. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Virginia in February

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 71 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Virginia. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Virginia Temperature in February

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
71 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
28% *
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (70 KM, 43 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Virginia in February

Cold weather calls for smart layering in February. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Virginia in February

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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