February weather forecast
Decorah, IA

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Weather in February

February in Decorah undergoes a slight change as it rises from the chill of January. This ascent is subtle and may go unnoticed to the untrained observer. As winter presses on, periods of snowfall continue to blanket the city, but with a slightly reduced frequency compared to January. Confirmation of these dry yet cold conditions are considerably higher atmospheric pressure and relative humidity. Despite the persistent cold, the lengthening daylight hours hint at the approaching spring.

Temperature

February's onset in Decorah records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) from January's 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Decorah's average low-temperature is measured at an extreme cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during February.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout February, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Decorah, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Decorah, the average sunshine in February is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Decorah, Iowa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in February translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Decorah in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Decorah, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Decorah?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Decorah, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in February in Decorah?

In Decorah, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How much does it rain in Decorah in February?

In Decorah, in February, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Decorah?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Decorah, Iowa. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Decorah in February?

In February, in Decorah, Iowa, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout February, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Decorah?

In February, the average day length in Decorah, Iowa, is 10h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Decorah?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Decorah, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Decorah have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Decorah is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Decorah?

The months with the lowest UV index in Decorah are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February in Decorah?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Decorah, IA

Average temperature in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Decorah, IA

Average pressure in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Decorah, IA

Average wind speed in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Decorah, IA

Average humidity in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in February
Decorah, IA

Average rainfall in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in February
Decorah, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Decorah, IA

Average snowfall in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Decorah, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Decorah, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Decorah, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Decorah, IA

Average UV index in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Decorah, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in February
Decorah, IA

Average visibility in February - Decorah, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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