Normal weather for District of Columbia in February

It's cold in February in District of Columbia with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 5°C.

In February, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 7,2 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

District of Columbia in February		UK
Average Temperature	9°C	10°C
High Temp	14°C	12°C
Low Temp	6°C	7°C
Total Precipitation	97 mm	55 mm
Rainy Days	12 days	9 days
Total Snowfall	7,2 cm	0,7 cm
Snowy Days	5 days	1 day

Start of February

The month of February starts in District of Columbia with cold temperatures, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights close to 1°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.

Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.

Mid-February

By mid-February, the average daytime temperature drops to around 8°C, with nights close to 0°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.

Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.

End of February

By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in District of Columbia will be around 11°C, with nights close to 3°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.

As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Temperature records for District of Columbia in February

With 27°C, District of Columbia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in February 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -15°C to a high of 15°C.

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Daily Temperature in February in District of Columbia

This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in February in District of Columbia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.

Daily Precipitation in February in District of Columbia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for District of Columbia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect around 12 days of rain in District of Columbia.

Daily Precipitation in February in District of Columbia

Daily Snowfall in February in District of Columbia

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in District of Columbia, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.

Daily UV Index in February in District of Columbia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in District of Columbia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in February in District of Columbia Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in February in District of Columbia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.

Total Precipitation in February in District of Columbia Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in February in District of Columbia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.

Snowfall in February in District of Columbia per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in February in District of Columbia, measured in centimetres, over the past years.

Snowfall in February in District of Columbia over the past years

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Daily climate in February for District of Columbia

Click on a specific day in February for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in District of Columbia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in District of Columbia by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for District of Columbia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.