February weather forecast
Frankfort, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Frankfort, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into February shows a subtle variation to a still subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) from January's 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in the average high-temperature. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a frigid cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C) throughout February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in February, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Frankfort, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Frankfort, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Frankfort, in February, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout February, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frankfort have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Frankfort, SD

Average temperature in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Frankfort, SD

Average pressure in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Frankfort, SD

Average wind speed in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.7mph

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 (8.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Frankfort, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in February
Frankfort, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Frankfort, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Frankfort, SD

Average snowfall in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Frankfort, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Frankfort, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Frankfort, SD

Average UV index in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 1

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

Average cloud cover in February
Frankfort, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Frankfort, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Frankfort, SD

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

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

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