February weather forecastHelena, AL
February
Weather in February
In contrast to the preceding month, February shows signs of climatic transition as temperatures gradually adjust towards more spring-like conditions. With an exceptional low temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C), this time displays a rapid decrease in snowfall. It's noticeable that February carries a more balanced climate than the previous month. Being the last winter month, Helena starts to welcome more daylight during February. Overall, the month prominently holds to its reputation as the turning point towards warmer weather.Temperature
Helena's weather in February shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from January's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C). In February, Helena's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 78%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout February, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Helena, in February, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Helena, AL
- Average high temperature in February: 56.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in February
Helena, AL
- Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Helena, AL
- Average wind speed in February: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in February
Helena, AL
- Average humidity in February: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in February
Helena, AL
- Average rainfall in February: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").
Average rainfall days in February
Helena, AL
- Average rainfall days in February: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Helena, AL
- Average snowfall in February: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Helena, AL
- Average snowfall days in February: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Helena, AL
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Helena, AL
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Helena, AL
- Average UV index in February: 3
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in February
Helena, AL
- Average cloud cover in February: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Helena, AL
- 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).
