February weather forecast
Canton, SD

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Weather in February

February embraces an upward inclination in temperature when compared to the biting cold of January. The month is characterized by extended periods of daylight, reaching up to 10.5 hours. It is the last month of winter and marks an end to heavy snowfalls in Canton. Nevertheless, visitors and residents generally anticipate the unexpected as the city is prone to a snowfall of 3.54" (90mm). Despite these challenges, melting snow and warming temperatures offer a glimpse into the arrival of spring.

Temperature

Canton marks the start of February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from January's 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average temperature during February nights dips to an extreme cold 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Canton is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Canton are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Canton is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Canton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Canton in February?

In Canton, 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February in Canton?

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Canton?

January, February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Canton in February?

In Canton, in February, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Canton?

The month with the most snowfall in Canton is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Canton in February?

In Canton, during February, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Canton?

In Canton, South Dakota, the average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Canton?

On the first day of February in Canton, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Canton?

In Canton, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Canton, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
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Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
24.1°F -4.4°C
27.9°F -2.3°C
44.1°F 6.7°C
Average low temperature
10.6°F -11.9°C
13.6°F -10.2°C
28.8°F -1.8°C
Average pressure
30.16" 766mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.8mph 27km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
87%
83%
76%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.67" 17mm
1.5" 38mm
Average rainfall days
3.3
3.5
9.6
Average snowfall
2.91" 74mm
3.54" 90mm
2.72" 69mm
Average snowfall days
9.5
7.3
6.4
Average daylight
9h 2min
10h 3min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
5h 1min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
20.2
17.8
16.1
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
54%
51%
49%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in February
Canton, SD

Average temperature in February - Canton, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in February
Canton, SD

Average pressure in February - Canton, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Canton, SD

Average wind speed in February - Canton, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Canton, SD

Average humidity in February - Canton, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in February
Canton, SD

Average rainfall in February - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in February
Canton, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Canton, SD

Average snowfall in February - Canton, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Canton, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Canton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Canton, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Canton, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Canton, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Canton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in February
Canton, SD

Average UV index in February - Canton, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Canton, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Canton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in February
Canton, SD

Average visibility in February - Canton, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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