If you plan to visit Raleigh in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +55°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 10 rainy days in the month and around 68 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
-2°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Raleigh has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Raleigh in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Raleigh for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +25°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 38% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +55°F to +77°F.
Is Raleigh warm or cold in February?
Raleigh is typically mild in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +50°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +34°F to +36°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
February is one of the coolest months in Raleigh, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Raleigh in February
Raleigh weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+50°F
+55°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
-4°F
-2°F
+16°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+82°F
+90°F
Rainfall
76 mm
68 mm
95 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
69%
67%
65%
Air pressure
1019 HPa
1019 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
7
6
7
Cloudy days
11
10
10
Rainy days
10
10
13
Snowy days
3
3
1
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +50°F to +55°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 76 mm to 68 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 67%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in January to 6 in February.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Raleigh in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Raleigh is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Raleigh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 57% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 96 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 45 mm, which is moderate rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Raleigh wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 34% chance of precipitation and 68 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Raleigh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in Raleigh.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Raleigh?
This is the weather in Raleigh in February 2023:
1 February
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+56°F
2 February
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+41°F
3 February
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+47°F
4 February
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+40°F
5 February
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+49°F
6 February
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+61°F
7 February
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+64°F
8 February
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+73°F
9 February
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+72°F
10 February
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+72°F
11 February
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+64°F
12 February
🌫️
+53°F
13 February
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+65°F
14 February
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+67°F
15 February
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+74°F
16 February
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+75°F
17 February
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+71°F
18 February
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+52°F
19 February
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+58°F
20 February
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+60°F
21 February
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+74°F
22 February
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+79°F
23 February
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+83°F
24 February
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+70°F
25 February
🌧️
+62°F
26 February
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+55°F
27 February
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+67°F
28 February
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+77°F
In February 2023 Raleigh had 7 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +39°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Raleigh climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Raleigh in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+68°F) and the highest in 1990 (+74°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 629 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1994 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Raleigh in February:
Is February a good time to visit Raleigh?
It’s always a good time to visit Raleigh, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Raleigh in February?
February has mild temperatures in Raleigh. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Raleigh rainy in February?
Raleigh is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Raleigh in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Raleigh in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Raleigh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.