February weather forecastGrand Portage, MN

February

Weather in February

February in Grand Portage continues the reign of winter. The temperature remains cold, but there is a slight increase when compared to January, preparing for the onset of spring. Despite the shortened daylight hours, clear visibility holds firm. The month stands out with lesser snowfall than the previous month, giving a slight breather to the inhabitants. Wind patterns stay largely consistent, establishing February as a robust winter month.

Temperature

The advent of February reveals an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Grand Portage encounters an average low-temperature of 5.2°F (-14.9°C) during February nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Grand Portage when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grand Portage. In Grand Portage, in February, during 19.6 snowfall days, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Grand Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.1 days and aggregates up to 39.84" (1012mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Grand Portage is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Grand Portage is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grand Portage are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Grand Portage during February are 18°F (-7.8°C) and 5.2°F (-14.9°C) respectively.

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

The average relative humidity in February in Grand Portage is 90%.

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

In February, in Grand Portage, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout February, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In February, in Grand Portage, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout February, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Grand Portage.

In Grand Portage, Minnesota, the average seawater temperature in February is 35.6°F (2°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The average day length in February in Grand Portage, Minnesota, is 10h and 16min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand Portage, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

In Grand Portage, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Grand Portage, Minnesota, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average high temperature in February: 18°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average wind speed in February: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average humidity in February: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average rainfall in February: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average snowfall in February: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average snowfall days in February: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average sea temperature in February: 36°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (36°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average cloud cover in February: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Grand Portage, MN

  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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