February weather forecastWhittier, AK
February
Weather in February
February’s weather builds upon January’s cold canvas, but with a slight uptick in average temperatures and a reduction in the number of rainfall days. Despite higher temperatures, February outdoes January in snowfall, astonished by the accumulation of 37.76" (959mm), making the month a compelling time for winter sports and activities. Moving on from February, longer day hours hint at the coming spring. Shovels and snow boots remain mandatory accessories, as the increased snowfall and intense cold continue to dominate the city's weather patterns.Temperature
As Whittier welcomes February, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), showing little deviation from January's 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Throughout the month of February, the average temperature dips to an extreme cold 12.2°F (-11°C) at night.Humidity
In Whittier, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.Rainfall
In Whittier, in February, during 7.7 rainfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.9 days and collects up to 94.88" (2410mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Whittier, in February, during 18 snowfall days, 37.76" (959mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.4 days and aggregates up to 193.66" (4919mm) of snow.Daylight
In Whittier, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Whittier, AK
- Average high temperature in February: 23.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 12.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Whittier, AK
- Average pressure in February: 29.81"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Whittier, AK
- Average wind speed in February: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).
Average humidity in February
Whittier, AK
- Average humidity in February: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).
Average rainfall in February
Whittier, AK
- Average rainfall in February: 7.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (12.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.9").
Average rainfall days in February
Whittier, AK
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Whittier, AK
- Average snowfall in February: 37.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (46.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Whittier, AK
- Average snowfall days in February: 18 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Whittier, AK
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Whittier, AK
- Average sunshine days in February: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Whittier, AK
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Whittier, AK
- Average cloud cover in February: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and June (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in February
Whittier, AK
- Average visibility in February: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
