February weather forecast
Denali National Park and Preserve, AK

February's weather patterns show a slight shift toward favor as temperatures inch higher. A leap from January's icy lows to this month’s -9°F (-22.8°C) signals the gradual retreat of the intense cold. The increase in daylight hours to 8.8, nearly 3 more than January, offers more opportunities for outdoor activities. In terms of precipitation, this month continues the trend of small increases, hinting at change as the seasons begin to transition. Despite these small adjustments, winter in Alaska retains its dominant presence in Denali National Park.

Temperature

The transition from January to February in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, sees an average high-temperature of an extremely cold 8.6°F (-13°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Denali National Park and Preserve observes an average nighttime temperature of -9.4°F (-23°C) during February.

Rainfall

In Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, in February, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Denali National Park and Preserve, there are 145 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Denali National Park and Preserve is 8h and 48min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:37 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:24 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Denali National Park and Preserve is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 0 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.