February weather forecast
Salem, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is an icy month in Salem, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°F (-6.1°C) and max 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of February observes an average high-temperature of a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C), nearly identical to January's 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average low-temperature during February nights is a freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Salem, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Salem, during February, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Salem is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of February, in Salem, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Salem?

Salem in February has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Salem?

In Salem, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

What is the driest month in Salem?

February and December are months with the least rain in Salem when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Salem in February?

In February, in Salem, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout February, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Salem?

In Salem, in February, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

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

In February, the average day length in Salem, Iowa, is 10h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Salem?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salem, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Salem?

In Salem, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Salem?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Salem, IA

Average temperature in February - Salem, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21°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 (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Salem, IA

Average pressure in February - Salem, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Salem, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in February
Salem, IA

Average humidity in February - Salem, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
Salem, IA

Average rainfall in February - Salem, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in February
Salem, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Salem, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Salem, IA

Average snowfall in February - Salem, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Salem, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Salem, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Salem, IA

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

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 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Salem, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Salem, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Salem, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Salem, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Salem, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in February
Salem, IA

Average visibility in February - Salem, 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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