February weather forecast
Moorhead, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is an icy month in Moorhead, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

February notes an average high-temperature of a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C), subtly differing from January's 28°F (-2.2°C). Throughout the month of February, Moorhead witnesses an average temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Moorhead is 79%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout February, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moorhead are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Moorhead, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February in Moorhead, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Moorhead, Iowa, is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moorhead are February 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Moorhead?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Moorhead?

In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.

How many days does it rain in February in Moorhead?

In Moorhead, Iowa, during February, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Moorhead?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Moorhead, Iowa. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Moorhead?

In February, in Moorhead, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout February, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Moorhead?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorhead have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Moorhead is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Moorhead?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Moorhead, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Moorhead?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Moorhead, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Moorhead, IA

Average temperature in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in February
Moorhead, IA

Average pressure in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Moorhead, IA

Average wind speed in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in February
Moorhead, IA

Average humidity in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

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Average rainfall in February
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in February
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Moorhead, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Moorhead, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Moorhead, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in February
Moorhead, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in February
Moorhead, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Moorhead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in February
Moorhead, IA

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

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

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