February weather forecast
Gustavus, AK

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Brown sand and water on a section of the Gustavus Beach, Alaska, and snow-peaked mountains in the far view
Brown sand and water on a section of the Gustavus Beach, Alaska, and snow-peaked mountains in the far view

Weather in February

As Gustavus moves into February, the weather conditions continue in a similar pattern to January. The snowfall decreases to 9.69" (246mm), with the number of snowfall days going down slightly. Despite the cold temperatures, the increasing daylight hours are stencilled as the month’s first signs of spring. The city remains enveloped in relative humidity, presenting the sky with a consistent pall of low-lying clouds. The winter takes a slightly gentler course, making February the precursor to the upcoming spring.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during February registers at a still subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Gustavus, during February nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Gustavus is 87%.

Rainfall

In Gustavus, in February, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.7 rainfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gustavus, in February, during 10.4 snowfall days, 9.69" (246mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gustavus, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 53.78" (1366mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Gustavus, Alaska, is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of February, in Gustavus, Alaska, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Gustavus, the average sunshine in February is 3.6h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Gustavus?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Gustavus?

In Gustavus, the average relative humidity in February is 87%.

How many days does it rain in February in Gustavus?

In Gustavus, Alaska, in February, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gustavus in February?

In Gustavus, in February, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gustavus have in February?

The average day length in February in Gustavus is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Gustavus?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Gustavus?

The average sunshine duration in February in Gustavus is 3.6h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Gustavus?

In Gustavus, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Gustavus, AK

Average temperature in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in February
Gustavus, AK

Average pressure in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Gustavus, AK

Average wind speed in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Gustavus, AK

Average humidity in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).

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Average rainfall in February
Gustavus, AK

Average rainfall in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in February
Gustavus, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Gustavus, AK

Average snowfall in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 9.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Gustavus, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 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
Gustavus, AK

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Gustavus, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
Gustavus, AK

Average UV index in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Gustavus, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in February
Gustavus, AK

Average visibility in February - Gustavus, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

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