February weather forecastChallis, ID
February
Weather in February
February in Challis maintains the winter conditions seen in January, but with a subtle increase in temperature. The gradual transition from winter to spring is characterized by short-lived snowfalls. February sees the heaviest snowfall of the year, with accumulations reaching 3.54" (90mm). Just like the previous month, daylight remains scanty, which means most of the day is dark and cold. Despite the occasional bouts of sunshine, the temperatures primarily remain below freezing.Temperature
February's weather in Challis displays an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C), slightly varied from January's 28.4°F (-2°C). Throughout the nights in February, Challis experiences an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).Humidity
February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In Challis, in February, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Challis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Challis, ID
- Average high temperature in February: 28.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 9.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in February
Challis, ID
- Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Challis, ID
- Average wind speed in February: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Challis, ID
- Average humidity in February: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).
Average rainfall in February
Challis, ID
- Average rainfall in February: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").
Average rainfall days in February
Challis, ID
- Average rainfall days in February: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Challis, ID
- Average snowfall in February: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Challis, ID
- Average snowfall days in February: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Challis, ID
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Challis, ID
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).
Average UV index in February
Challis, ID
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Challis, ID
- Average cloud cover in February: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in February
Challis, ID
- Average visibility in February: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
