February weather forecast
Northwood, IA

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Weather in February

As the chill of winter continues, the climate gradually becomes milder in Northwood throughout February. While the temperatures rise slightly from the frigid January conditions, they still remain rather crisp. Frequently, Northwood sees cloud cover in February, along with visible light flurries. A very noticeable change in weather is seen from February to March, with warmer temperatures and reduced snowfall. Despite being in the grips of winter, February's weather trends set the stage for the incoming spring season.

Temperature

With February's arrival, Northwood, Iowa, notes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Northwood, during February, witnesses an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In Northwood, in February, during 2.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.3 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northwood are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Northwood is February, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of February, in Northwood, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Northwood, the average sunshine in February is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Northwood?

The high-temperature during February is 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Northwood?

In Northwood, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

How many days does it rain in February in Northwood?

In Northwood, Iowa, in February, during 2.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Northwood?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Northwood, Iowa. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Northwood in February?

In Northwood, Iowa, during February, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northwood have in February?

The average day length in February in Northwood is 10h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Northwood?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northwood, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Northwood?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Northwood, Iowa, is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Northwood?

The months with the lowest UV index in Northwood, Iowa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Northwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Northwood, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Northwood, IA

Average temperature in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in February
Northwood, IA

Average pressure in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Northwood, IA

Average wind speed in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Northwood, IA

Average humidity in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Northwood, IA

Average rainfall in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in February
Northwood, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Northwood, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Northwood, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Northwood, IA

Average UV index in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Northwood, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Northwood, IA

Average visibility in February - Northwood, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and December (5mi).

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