February weather forecastBasalt, ID
February
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Basalt, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Temperature
February's weather records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), showing little deviation from January. Throughout February, the nighttime temperature averages to a still freezing cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Basalt is 86%.Rainfall
In Basalt, Idaho, during February, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Basalt are January through May, September through December. In Basalt, in February, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow. In Basalt, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.1 days and aggregates up to 30.59" (777mm) of snow.Daylight
In Basalt, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.On the first day of February in Basalt, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February in Basalt, Idaho, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Basalt, ID
- Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 18.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Basalt, ID
- Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Basalt, ID
- Average wind speed in February: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
Average humidity in February
Basalt, ID
- Average humidity in February: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).
Average rainfall in February
Basalt, ID
- Average rainfall in February: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.51").
Average rainfall days in February
Basalt, ID
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in February
Basalt, ID
- Average snowfall in February: 5.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Basalt, ID
- Average snowfall days in February: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Basalt, ID
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Basalt, ID
- Average sunshine days in February: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).
Average UV index in February
Basalt, ID
- Average UV index in February: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Basalt, ID
- Average cloud cover in February: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in February
Basalt, ID
- Average visibility in February: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
