February weather forecastMoorhead, MN
February
Weather in February
Moorhead’s February weather is a continuation of the freezing winter temperatures. Compared to January, there is a slight increase in temperatures but the city remains cold and snowy. The town experiences improved visibility, making outdoor activities possible. An increased number of daylight hours also hints at the approaching spring. Snowfall decreases slightly from the previous month, making way for 0.63" (16mm) of rainfall on average.Temperature
Entering February, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from January's 16.2°F (-8.8°C). Moorhead experiences a consistent average temperature of 5.2°F (-14.9°C) throughout the nights in February.Humidity
In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.Rainfall
In Moorhead, during February, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moorhead, in February, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Moorhead, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 20min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 3.6h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Moorhead is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average high temperature in February: 19.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°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 July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average pressure in February: 30.17"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average humidity in February: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).
Average rainfall in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall in February: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall in February: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall days in February: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Moorhead, MN
- 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).
Average cloud cover in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average cloud cover in February: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in February
Moorhead, MN
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
