February weather forecastKaktovik, AK
February
Weather in February
Heading into February, Kaktovik experiences slight improvements in daylight hours, but overall, weather patterns remain similar to January. The pressure typically sits at 30.05in, offering a clue to the persisting chilly conditions. There is a minor increase in snowfall, again witnessing the harshness of winter. The nights are long, and the days short, adding to the wintry charm of the season. Despite the chilly conditions, the beautiful Aurora Borealis continues to be a draw for local and global visitors.Temperature
A minor adjustment in Kaktovik's average high-temperature is noted with the start of February, touching a polar cold -2°F (-18.9°C) from January's -5.1°F (-20.6°C). Kaktovik's temperature tends to fall to an average low of -11.9°F (-24.4°C) during the nights of February.Humidity
In Kaktovik, the average relative humidity in February is 92%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Kaktovik, in February, during 11.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.6 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 7h and 17min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:21 am and sunset at 3:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In Kaktovik, the average sunshine in February is 2.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during February leads to these advisories:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average high temperature in February: -2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (48.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: -11.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average pressure in February: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average wind speed in February: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average humidity in February: 92%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).
Average rainfall in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average rainfall in February: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").
Average rainfall days in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average rainfall days in February: 1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average snowfall in February: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.07").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average snowfall days in February: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average daylight in February: 7h and 18min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 2h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average UV index in February: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average cloud cover in February: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in February
Kaktovik, AK
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).
