The Southern hemisphere usually enjoy midsummer weather during February. The old stories told are that the ground hog comes out of it's burrow on February 2, to look for it's shadow. If there is sunshine and he sees his shadow, then he goes back to sleep and there will be more winter time. If he doesn't, then the spring time will begin. This is a superstition.
Children give valentines and have a party in school.
Young and old exchange cards with loved ones. This custom is hundreds of years old, valetine greetings having been found that date back into the 1400's. Both Washington and Lincoln's birthdays were in February. It is considered a Federal holiday for celebration of Washington's birthday, but most states also honor all president's on this day. The Roman Catholic Church celebrates February 2 as Candlemas Day .