February weather forecastOttumwa, IA
February
Weather in February
Moving onto February, Ottumwa sees only a slight shift in weather patterns from the preceding month. Subzero temperatures are still a common feature, but the mercury column shows a steady inclination with temperatures reaching up to 33.3°F (0.7°C). The city experiences thawing conditions with reduced snowfall occurring on an average of 8.3 days. Sunlight begins to peek a bit longer, paving the way for brighter days ahead. The transition from the harsh winter towards a warmer spring starts to become apparent as February runs its course.Temperature
The average high-temperature in Ottumwa, Iowa, for February is an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. In Ottumwa, the February nights cool down to an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C).Humidity
In Ottumwa, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.Rainfall
In Ottumwa, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Ottumwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Ottumwa is February, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Ottumwa is 10h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of February, in Ottumwa, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Ottumwa, Iowa, the average sunshine in February is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during February translates into the following recommendations:
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. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average high temperature in February: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 19.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average humidity in February: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average rainfall in February: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average snowfall in February: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average snowfall days in February: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Ottumwa, IA
- Average cloud cover in February: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in February
Ottumwa, 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).
