February weather forecast
McCarthy, AK

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a freezing cold month in McCarthy, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 1°F (-17.2°C) and max 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in February, at a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C), reveals a modest deviation from January's 13.5°F (-10.3°C). During February, McCarthy experiences an average low-temperature of 1°F (-17.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In McCarthy, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In McCarthy, in February, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McCarthy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McCarthy are January through May, September through December. In McCarthy, during February, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 snowfall days, and 44.02" (1118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of February in McCarthy, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in McCarthy, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in McCarthy?

The high-temperature, in February, in McCarthy, records 18°F (-7.8°C), while the low-temperature is 1°F (-17.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February in McCarthy?

In February, the average relative humidity in McCarthy is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February in McCarthy?

In McCarthy, in February, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in McCarthy?

In McCarthy, in February, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McCarthy have in February?

In February, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in McCarthy?

On the first day of February in McCarthy, Alaska, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does McCarthy have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in McCarthy, Alaska, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in February in McCarthy?

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

Average temperature in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°F).

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Average pressure in February
McCarthy, AK

Average pressure in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
McCarthy, AK

Average wind speed in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in February
McCarthy, AK

Average humidity in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

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Average rainfall in February
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in February
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall days in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in February
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall days in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
McCarthy, AK

Average sunshine days in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
McCarthy, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
McCarthy, AK

Average cloud cover in February - McCarthy, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, May and June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in February
McCarthy, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).

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