February weather forecastCraig, AK

The magnificent island city of Craig in Alaska, with the surrounding forestry and hilly ranges

February

Weather in February

February is slightly warmer than January in the Alaskan city of Craig, while visibility tends to be the highest. Slightly lower snowfall is observed along with decreased windy conditions, but this time of the month still witnesses snowfall up to 23.39" (594mm), remaining rather significant for the location. Even though Craig is positioned in a high-latitude region, February in this part of the world isn't entirely gloom. Near the end of the month, signs of approaching spring appear with a slightly longer daytime lengthening.

Temperature

January, February and December, with an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C), are the coldest months.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 84%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout February, 5.31" (135mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 210.2 rainfall days, and 70.71" (1796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 23.39" (594mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 43.3°F (6.3°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:26 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Craig experiences the lowest of its temperatures in January, February and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 38.1°F (3.4°C).

In Craig, 38.1°F (3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

In Craig, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

In Craig, during February, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of precipitation.

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 23.39" (594mm) of snow.

In Craig, in February, during 15.2 snowfall days, 23.39" (594mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In Craig, the average seawater temperature in February is 43.3°F (6.3°C). Swimming in 43.3°F (6.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In February, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:26 pm AKST.

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

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

In Craig, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

38.1°F

40.8°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.7mph

9.5mph

8.9mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

16.8

15.2

17.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.1

8.8

7.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Craig, AK

Average high temperature in February: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (59.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (38.1°F).

Average low temperature in February: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (31.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Craig, AK

Average pressure in February: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Craig, AK

Average wind speed in February: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Craig, AK

Average humidity in February: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (82%).

Average rainfall in February
Craig, AK

Average rainfall in February: 5.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.68").

Average rainfall days in February
Craig, AK

Average rainfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Craig, AK

Average snowfall in February: 23.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Craig, AK

Average snowfall days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Craig, AK

Average sea temperature in February: 43.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.8°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Craig, AK

Average daylight in February: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine in February: 3h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Craig, AK

Average sunshine days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Craig, AK

Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).