February weather forecast
Dorchester, IA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Dorchester, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

Dorchester observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February, barely different from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in January. February is noted for a mean low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Dorchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorchester. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dorchester, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Dorchester is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dorchester, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during February morphs into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Dorchester?

Dorchester in February has an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Dorchester?

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

How much does it rain in Dorchester in February?

In Dorchester, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dorchester?

The month with the most snowfall in Dorchester is February, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dorchester in February?

In February, in Dorchester, Iowa, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout February, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Dorchester?

On the first day of February in Dorchester, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Dorchester?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorchester?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Dorchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Dorchester is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Dorchester, IA

Average temperature in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°F).

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Average pressure in February
Dorchester, IA

Average pressure in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in February
Dorchester, IA

Average wind speed in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Dorchester, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in February
Dorchester, IA

Average rainfall in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Dorchester, IA

Average snowfall in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Dorchester, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Dorchester, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
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
Dorchester, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in February
Dorchester, IA

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

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

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