February weather forecast
Fairfax, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Fairfax, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.6°F (-8°C) and max 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of February observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C), nearly identical to January's 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In the month of February, the average low-temperature in Fairfax usually rests at a still subzero cold 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

In Fairfax, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Fairfax is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, in Fairfax, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fairfax, the average sunshine in February is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Fairfax?

The high-temperature, in February, in Fairfax, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

What is the driest month in Fairfax?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Fairfax in February?

In February, in Fairfax, Iowa, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, Iowa, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

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

In February, the average day length in Fairfax, Iowa, is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Fairfax?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfax, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Fairfax, Iowa, is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Fairfax?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Fairfax, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Fairfax, IA

Average temperature in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Fairfax, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Fairfax, IA

Average wind speed in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Fairfax, IA

Average humidity in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Fairfax, IA

Average rainfall in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in February
Fairfax, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Fairfax, IA

Average snowfall in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Fairfax, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Fairfax, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Fairfax, IA

Average UV index in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Fairfax, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in February
Fairfax, IA

Average visibility in February - Fairfax, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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