February weather forecastOwatonna, MN
February
Weather in February
Owatonna's weather in February continues to be cold, although there is a slight warming trend compared to January. Winters are prolonged in Minnesota, and freezing temperatures below 10.9°F (-11.7°C) with highs just reaching 24.4°F (-4.2°C) confirm this climatological fact. There is a discernible decrease in snowfall this month, yet the conditions remain icy due to the persistently low temperatures. The reduced snowfall does free up some daylight hours and an increase in sunshine may put an optimistic winter glow on the snow-clad scenery. Though slightly warmer than January, February's weather might still discourify outdoor excursions without proper winter preparation.Temperature
The advent of February observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C), nearly identical to January's 20.5°F (-6.4°C). Throughout the month of February, Owatonna reports a steady low-temperature average of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Owatonna, in February, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Owatonna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.9 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of February, in Owatonna, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average high temperature in February: 24.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 10.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average humidity in February: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average rainfall in February: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average snowfall in February: 6.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average snowfall days in February: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average cloud cover in February: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in February
Owatonna, MN
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
