February weather forecast
Iowa, USA

February sees Iowa gradually transitioning from the deep chill of mid-winter, though the temperatures remain decidedly cold. Daytime temperatures in February, while still often below freezing, tend to be milder than the extreme lows of January. However, nights can still plummet to very low temperatures, sometimes approaching values as chilly as -20°F (-28.9°C), though such extremes are less frequent compared to January.

Snow remains a consistent presence throughout February. While accumulations tend to be moderate, similar to January, the frequency of snowfall events may increase. This leads to the landscape often being blanketed in white, providing a picturesque setting, especially in Iowa's rolling hills and valleys.

Comparatively, the state sees a slight uptick in liquid precipitation in February. Rainfall is more common, especially as the month progresses, heralding the upcoming spring. This increase in moisture, combined with the snowmelt from warming temperatures, can sometimes result in icy conditions, especially during the mornings or in shaded areas.

Regarding regional variations, cities situated near large rivers, such as Davenport along the Mississippi River, might experience marginally less extreme cold due to the water's slight warming influence. However, overall, February maintains its winter identity throughout most of Iowa, with the promise of spring just around the corner.

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• Des Moines - February »
  In Des Moines in February, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Des Moines during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.
• Cedar Rapids - February »
  The months with the least rainfall in Cedar Rapids are January and February Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain. January and February are months with the least rain in Cedar Rapids when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.
• Davenport - February »
  In Davenport in February, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Davenport in February, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.
• Sioux City - February »
  The months with the least rainfall in Sioux City are January and February Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain. In Sioux City, in February, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Iowa City - February »
  In Iowa City, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow. In Iowa City, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.
• Waterloo - February »
  In Waterloo during February, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Waterloo, during February, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.
• Ames - February »
  In Ames, Iowa, during February, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow. In Ames, during February, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.
• West Des Moines - February »
  In West Des Moines in February, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Des Moines, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.
• Council Bluffs - February »
  In Council Bluffs, in February, during 3 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. As winter persists into February, Council Bluffs, Iowa observes gradual improvements in weather with an average high temperature reaching 34°F (1.1°C).
• Dubuque - February »
  The months with the least rainfall in Dubuque are January and February Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of rain. January and February are months with the least rain in Dubuque when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.
• Ankeny - February »
  In Ankeny during February, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. How many days does it snow in February in Ankeny?
• Urbandale - February »
  In Urbandale, in February, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Urbandale, in February, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.