February weather forecastGustavus, AK
February
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
Gustavus marks the start of February with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from January's 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Gustavus notes a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during February nights.Humidity
In Gustavus, the average relative humidity in February is 87%.Rainfall
In Gustavus, in February, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gustavus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. 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
In Gustavus, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 24min.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.
Sunshine
In Gustavus, the average sunshine in February is 3.6h.UV index
In Gustavus, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gustavus, AK
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 24min
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
